Cider Glazed Brussels Sprouts

INGREDIENTS

• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 Tbsp butter
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, halved
• 3/4 c cider
• 1/4 c sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 c sliced almonds, toasted

PREPARATION

1. Cook bacon in mondo skillet on medium until crisp
2. Remove with slotted spoon, reserve 1 Tbsp grease
3. Add butter, onions, and sprouts; cook until sprouts are lightly browned, 1-2 minutes.
4. Combine cider, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and pepper; pour into skillet.
5. Cook 5 minutes or until liquid is evaporated and sprouts are glazed, stirring occasionally. 1. Stir in bacon; top with nuts.

-- JMagGuthrie - 2014-11-01