Cheesy Brussels Sprouts and Turkey Bacon Pasta
"I don't know why I love brussels sprouts, but I do. I always challenge myself to find new ways to cook it. And I planted brussels sprouts seeds in my mini garden for the first time...I can't wait to see if they actually grow!"
- Ready In:
- 1hr 10mins
- Ingredients:
- 9
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 10 slices turkey bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 shallots, thinly sliced
- 1 1⁄2 lbs small Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and halved
- 1 1⁄2 cups chicken stock
- 12 ounces pasta, I like to use a rigatoni or 12 ounces a cavatappi pasta
- 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese, fresh grated
- 1⁄3 cup romano cheese, fresh grated
- 1⁄3 cup sage, fresh and roughly chopped
directions
- Season the bacon liberally with black pepper. I love Turkey Bacon but it needs the extra kick of pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon, and cook until crisp (about 6-8 minutes). Watch the bacon and turn frequently. I find that Turkey bacon burns much easier than regular as it has less fat.
- Once the bacon is finished cooking, remove bacon from the pan with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Add enough olive oil to the skillet to total about 2 Tablespoons. Add garlic, shallots, and sprouts. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for about 3 minutes, or until the sprouts begin to brown. Add the stock. Season again with salt and pepper. Cook about 10-12 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- In the meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt, and cook the pasta according to the manufacturer's directions. Be careful not to over cook.
- Drain but reserve about 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Return pasta to the pot. Stir in brussels sprouts mixture, cooking liquid, cheese, sage, and bacon. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil. Stir until well combined.
- Serve along side your favorite main dish or as a main dish on its own.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
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>
