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Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pine Nuts

November 7, 2015 By Rachel 34 Comments

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Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pine Nuts – This sweet and savory side dish with bacon and pine nuts will challenge even the most hardened brussels sprout skeptics at your table.

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I’ve long had an obsession with brussels sprouts. It all started back in the 90’s when I was visiting my aunt and uncle in the cozy little town of Gambier, Ohio. At the time they owned a pretty little bed and breakfast nestled on the edge of a college campus. It was always bustling with visiting professors and overzealous empty nesters.  It was a magical place for an 11 year-old girl to explore, and I loved helping my aunt out around the B&B. In the morning I’d help her in the kitchen making baked grapefruit, candied bacon, and Belgian waffles for the guests. Then, after checkout, I’d help her clean guest rooms and arrange high-end, travel-sized soaps on all the vanities.

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At the rear of the property, next to a shaded hammock and a well-trafficked hummingbird feeder, my uncle had a little garden in which, amongst other things, and grew brussels sprouts. Up until my mature age of 11, I still had not tasted brussels sprouts.  My mom was always good at making my sisters and I eat our veggies, but somehow they had never made it onto my plate. That all changed when my uncle offered me a taste of the little green treasure from his garden, and I loved them right from the start.

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Now, I understand that others may not share in my enthusiasm for brussels. I’m guessing my mom never served them to us kids because they’re one of those things that a lot of people, especially kids, just plain don’t like. Today’s recipe is an attempt to make brussels sprouts approachable to skeptics, and it’s a mainstay in my kitchen. Aside from the obvious… bacon… this simple recipe is so delicious because the brussels sprouts are shaved into small pieces and thus cook up evenly, becoming sweet and savory. Top things off with pine nuts for a touch of nuttiness, and they’re just plain good. This recipe serves four, but double or triple as desired to make a fantastic Thanksgiving side!

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Shredded Brussel Sprout with Bacon and Pine Nuts

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Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pine Nuts
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
20 mins
Total time
30 mins
 
This sweet and savory side dish will challenge even the most hardened brussels sprout skeptics at your table.
Author: Rachel Hanawalt
Recipe type: Sides
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 pieces uncured bacon
  • 1¼ lb brussels sprouts
  • ¼ C raw pine nuts
  • salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Cook 4 pieces of bacon over medium-high heat in a large pan until they are crispy and golden brown. Place them on a plate, dab them with a paper towel to remove any excess grease, and set aside.
  2. While the bacon is cooking, rinse the brussels sprouts, cut off the ends, and then cut them into shreds. To do this, it's easiest to cut them in half lengthwise and then slice them as if you're slicing an onion.
  3. Turn the heat down to medium, and reserve approximately 1 Tbsp of bacon grease. Add the shaved brussels sprouts to the pan and sauté until they are tender.
  4. Add the pine nuts to the pan, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook 1 more minute until the pine nuts are heated through.
  5. Remove the pan from the heat and crumble the bacon over the brussels sprouts before serving.
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Filed Under: Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Christmas, Dairy-Free, Fall, Gluten-Free, Recipes, Sides, Thanksgiving, Winter Tagged With: bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Easy Recipe, Holiday, Pine Nuts, Shaved, Thanksgiving

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    November 10, 2015 at 8:33 am

    I could eat this for breakfast lunch and dinner – I love brussels sprouts so much. Shredding them and adding bacon and pine nuts makes them even better. Yum!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:42 pm

      Thanks Lisa! Brussels really are soooo good!

      Reply
  2. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

    November 10, 2015 at 10:27 am

    I love brussels sprouts too. I can’t wait to try your recipe…bacon makes everything taste better!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:43 pm

      These brussels were totally an excuse to nibble on some bacon in the guise of vegetables 😉

      Reply
  3. Laura @MotherWouldKnow says

    November 10, 2015 at 10:48 am

    Like you, as a kid, I didn’t eat brussels sprouts. But as an adult, I am loving them roasted and sauteed. I have never done them shredded, but really should. And of course, bacon is always a welcome part of a brussels sprouts recipe.

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:44 pm

      Maybe loving brussels sprouts is a coming of age thing. Once you genuinely enjoy brussels, you’re officially an adult!

      Reply
  4. Platter Talk says

    November 10, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    Thanks for this recipe featuring Brussels sprouts! I love that these are shaved, and especially love the addition of pine nuts; this looks amazingly delicious!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:46 pm

      Thanks guys! It’s a pretty simple recipe, but it’s a favorite in my home.

      Reply
  5. Diane says

    November 11, 2015 at 12:30 am

    I think I could definitely get into brussel sprouts served this way. Normally not my veggie of choice but I think shaving them this way and adding the yummies would make them truly delicious!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:47 pm

      If you give it a good you’ll have to let me know if it has changed your mind about the little baby cabbages!

      Reply
  6. CiaoFlorentina says

    November 11, 2015 at 1:09 am

    Wow Rachel, this is a gorgeous salad and what a brilliant way to showcase brussels sprouts. Bravo !

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:47 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  7. Sarah says

    November 11, 2015 at 6:01 am

    Brussels sprouts really are fantastic – they get such a bad rap, but I think it’s just because a lot aren’t sure how best to prepare them. I’m sure this salad would convert anyone into a brussels sprout lover!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:49 pm

      Thanks Sarah!

      Reply
  8. Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours says

    November 11, 2015 at 6:26 am

    This is just lovely. I think many people are put off sprouts in their childhood when served biter overcooked ones in their school dinners. Perfect for a few days after Christmas – still seasonal but not too heavy.

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:48 pm

      Ugh… I can’t imagine getting brussels in a public school cafeteria. I was fortunate enough to have my mom who packed my lunch most of the time!

      Reply
  9. Chris @ SimpleFood365 says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:28 am

    I was never one to eat Brussels Sprouts as a kid but more and more I am finding recipes like this that prepare them differently. I think I need to start trying some of these dishes. Lol. This looks very good and I am going to have to give it a try. Thanks for sharing it!

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    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:51 pm

      Thanks Chris. If you give it a go you’ll have to let me know what you think. One of my friends gave this recipe to her 1-year-old who devoured it, so it must be approachable!

      Reply
  10. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

    November 11, 2015 at 11:02 am

    Oh, what I wouldn’t do to have a big bowl of this with some toasted brioche.

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:52 pm

      That sounds lovely Bintu. I’ll bring the brussels and a bottle of white wine and you bring the brioche!

      Reply
  11. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    November 11, 2015 at 12:27 pm

    For years we ignored Brussels Sprouts — now we can’t get enough of them. Great recipe for Sprout lovers. Thank you.

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    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:53 pm

      Thanks Marisa! I think a lot of people are intimidated by sprouts, but if they just gave them a go they might feel differently.

      Reply
  12. Corina says

    November 12, 2015 at 6:59 am

    I love it – gorgeous and simple!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:53 pm

      Thanks Corina!

      Reply
  13. Neli @ Delicious Meets Healthy says

    November 13, 2015 at 2:43 pm

    I love following your blog, Rachel! You have some amazing recipes! This shaved brissels sprouts with bacon and pine nuts sounds fantastic! Definitely my kind of salad. I love all the flavor combinations and that it’s so easy to prepare!

    Reply
  14. Emily @ The Benson Street says

    November 13, 2015 at 10:42 pm

    Love this fun recipe. Thanks for sharing at the Monday Funday Part. Emily from thebensonstreet.com

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      November 18, 2015 at 10:55 pm

      Thanks for stoping in Emily! I love your link party!

      Reply
  15. Denise says

    January 1, 2020 at 2:11 pm

    The nicest Brussels Sprouts I’ve ever tasted. Loads of compliments

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    • Rachel says

      January 2, 2020 at 4:22 pm

      Thanks Denise! Thanks for taking the time to come back and tell me you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  16. Teresa Proctor says

    October 15, 2021 at 10:41 am

    In my opinion this is the best way to eat brussels – always a winner with guests and I can eat this any time of the day – great but v simple recipe. Thank you.

    Reply

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