Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Name: Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 7 slice thick-cut bacon; 3 lb. Brussels sprouts; 2 large shallots; c. turkey or chicken broth; 1/4 c. maple syrup; 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1/4 tsp. cayenne (ground red pepper)

By The Good Housekeeping Test KitchenUpdated: Oct 23, 2018

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Mike Garten

Yields:

Active Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Cal/Serv:

140

Sweetness from maple syrup and smokiness from bacon means these sprouts are loaded with flavor.

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Ingredients

7 slice thick-cut bacon
3 lb. Brussels sprouts
2 large shallots
cup turkey or chicken broth
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp. cayenne (ground red pepper)

Directions

1. Step 1In 5- to 6-quart saucepot, cook bacon on medium high 7 to 8 minutes or until crisp and browned, stirring occasionally. With slotted spoon, transfer to medium plate. Remove and discard all but 2 tablespoons rendered fat.
2. Step 2Reduce heat to medium. Add Brussels sprouts, shallots, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to pot. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broth and cover. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until sprouts are tender, stirring twice.
3. Step 3Uncover and add maple syrup, vinegar, and cayenne. Cook 2 minutes or until well coated and vinegar has reduced, stirring occasionally. To serve, stir in cooked bacon.