Brussel sprouts with beer

8 Servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
2 pounds Brussel Sprouts
4 ounces Bacon
2 Garlic cloves;chopped
½ cup Ale

Directions

Trim brussel sprouts of limp leaves, then cut an 'X' in the base of each stalk. Bring a large pan of water to a boil, add sprouts and back back to a boil. Boil 1 minute, then drain and run cold water over until cool. Cut sprouts in half.

In separate skillet, saute bacon 3 minutes. Add garlic and saute til bacon is crisp. Add sprouts and saute til warmed through. Pour in beer and bring to a boil. Simmer till sprouts are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Place in gratin dish and reheat, covered at 350F for 10 minutes or till hot. Or leave in skillet and reheat in it. SERVES: 8 SOURCE: Lucy Waverman's Fast & Fresh column in the Toronto Sun

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