Creamy Brussels Sprouts With Shallots

Submitted by JAG0913

"A great mixture of brussels sprouts, bacon & shallots."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 ounces prosciutto, sliced into strips (i used 6 pieces of bacon cut into tiny pieces)
• 1 lb Brussels sprout, trimmed, halved
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1⁄4 cup shallot, minced
• 1⁄2 cup heavy cream
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil for the brussels sprouts.
2. Saute prosciutto in a skillet coated with nonstick spray until crispy.
3. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
4. Boil sprouts until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes; drain.
5. Melt butter over medium-high heat in the skillet used to saute prosciutto.
6. Add shallots, cook 2 minutes, then stir in sprouts.
7. Stir in cream, simmer 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
8. Toss with prosciutto before serving.

Reviews

[Annacia]

Scrumptious sprouts. They made a perfect side to the Easter ham. The sprouts were tender without becoming mushy and had great flavor. Excellent ingredient pairings. This might well convert Brussels sprout haters to fans. Made for PAC, Spring 2014.