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Creamy Mustard Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Beef

Creamy Mustard Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Beef

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Brussels sprouts Trimmed and halved lengthwise (use fresh for best results).- 1.5 lbs, 680g
  • Beef bacon Chopped into small bits (can substitute with cured beef or salted ground beef).- 6 oz, 170g
  • Heavy cream For the base of the sauce.- 1/2 cup, 120ml
  • Dijon mustard Smooth variety for sharp flavor.- 1 tbsp
  • Whole grain mustard For texture and mild heat.- 1 tbsp
  • Olive oil For roasting.- 2 tbsp
  • Garlic Minced.- 2 cloves
  • Salt To taste.- 1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper Freshly ground.- 1/2 tsp
  • Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.- 1 tsp
  • Parsley Freshly chopped for garnish.- 1 tbsp

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Toss well to coat, then arrange them cut-side down for better caramelization.
  • Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the sprouts are tender and the edges are golden brown and crispy.
  • While the sprouts roast, place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped beef bacon. Fry until distinctively crispy and the fat has rendered. Remove the crispy beef with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel, leaving about 1 tablespoon of the rendered fat in the pan.
  • In the same skillet with the reserved fat, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Lower the heat to low-medium. Pour in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and whole grain mustard. Whisk gently and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens. Stir in the lemon juice.
  • Remove the skillet from heat. Add the roasted Brussels sprouts to the pan and toss gently to coat them in the creamy mustard sauce.
  • Transfer to a serving dish. Top generously with the reserved crispy beef and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.