Brussels Sprouts With Apples, Pancetta, And Smoked Cheddar

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 lb brussels sprout, fresh, cut in half, yellow leaves removed
• 1 large granny smith apple, cored and julienned
• 1 small onion, julienned
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 6 ounces pancetta, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup smoked cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup yellow smoked cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 pinch nutmeg, freshly ground

Recipe

• 1 purchases the freshest brussels sprout possible and opt for the smaller ones. i find that the smaller ones are less bitter in flavor.
• 2 bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add brussels sprouts. cook for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
• 3 in a large pan, fry the pancetta until crisp. remove from pan and blot in paper towels. leave the fat in the pan and add onions. cook at medium heat for about 3-4 minutes or until the onion is translucent. add apple and 1 teaspoon salt. cook for another minute. add the brussels sprouts, garlic, and cream. cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sprouts are heated through.
• 4 remove from heat and stir in the cheese, nutmeg, and pancetta.
• 5 serve immediately or save in refrigerator for 1-2 days. it can be re-heated in a 350 degree oven in a casserole dish covered in foil.