Brussels Sprouts With Apples, Pancetta, and Smoked Cheddar

Name: Brussels Sprouts With Apples, Pancetta, and Smoked Cheddar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb Brussels sprout, fresh, cut in half, yellow leaves removed; 1 large granny smith apple, cored and julienned; 1 small white onion, julienned; 1 garlic clove, minced; 6 ounces pancetta, cut into small pieces; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup white smoked cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup yellow smoked cheddar cheese; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 pinch nutmeg, freshly ground

Submitted by Melanie B.

"This was my Thanksgiving side dish for 2009....what a way to test a new recipe! I love Brussels Sprouts but am always looking for a unique way to make them taste great. I saw several ideas on TV shows that I incorporated together to create this one."

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Ready In:: 30mins
Ingredients:: 10
Serves:: 6

ingredients

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

directions

Purchases the freshest Brussels Sprout possible and opt for the smaller ones. I find that the smaller ones are less bitter in flavor.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add Brussels Sprouts. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
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.
Remove from heat and stir in the cheese, nutmeg, and pancetta.
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.

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Melanie B.

Gilbert, 41

<p>I am a pretty good home cook and a Food Network junkie. Every time I host an event or create a new dish, my confidence grows....I'm always testing new ideas and sometimes (I'm a nerd) that dreams in food.</p> <p>I was proud to have one of my recipes chosen as RecipeZaar's Recipe of the Day on 11/27/09 with my Turkey, Cranberry, & Pesto Sandwich.  I also had the opportunity to cook at the Aetna Healthy Food Fight competition in Los Angeles last summer - talk about pressure!</p>

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