Dalla Cucina di Laura~A healthy and delicious side dish to any holiday dinner!
INGREDIENTS: 2 lbs of organic brussels sprouts, cleaned, ends removed and cut in half 3 tbsp grass-fed, organic, unsalted butter 3 tbsp imported extra-virgin olive oil 1/8 lb of imported pancetta (Italian bacon) finely chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/4 cup dried cherries, diced & soaked in 1/4 cup water for one hour. Celtic sea salt, paprika and/or freshly cracked black pepper Red pepper flakes (optional) DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut off the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut in half. Mix them in a bowl with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp melted butter, salt, paprika, pepper and red pepper flakes. Place on a sheet pan and roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until crispy brown outside and tender inside. Shake pan once or twice to ensure they cook evenly. While those cook: In a large, hot saute pan, add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil. Add finely chopped pancetta and quickly saute, stirring constantly. Add chopped red onion, and cover/reduce to medium heat, allowing onions to caramelize. Add soaked dried cherries and any remaining liquid. Gently toss cooked brussels sprouts with pancetta & onion mixture. Serve immediately! BUON APPETITO!! xx Comments are closed.
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