Brussel Sprouts With Bacon and Walnuts

A family favorite, from the Ladie's Home Journal.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 8-10
• Yields: 1/2 cup

Ingredients

• 4  cups Brussels sprouts
• 4  slices  thick-cut bacon, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
• 2  large shallots, thinly sliced
• 1⁄3 cup  coarsely chopped walnuts
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  lightly packed brown sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Trim and core the brussel sprouts, then remove the larger outer leaves from the smaller cores. Set aside.
2. Crisp the bacon in a large nonstick skillet, then remove bacon from pan, drain, and set aside. Saute the shallots in reserved bacon fat until tender, then add brussel sprouts. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally until just wilted. Add remaining ingredients, stir until combined. Serve immediately.