Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts

• 8 ounces maple bacon, diced
• 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 12 cup heavy cream
• 14 cup pure maple syrup
• 34 teaspoon salt
• 14 teaspoon black pepper

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook bacon til crispy, about 8 minutes.
2. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate.
3. In the same pan, pour off all but 3 tbsp of the bacon fat (if not enough fat, add canola oit to compensate).
4. Add Brussels sprouts and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in heavy cream; reduce by half, about 3 minutes.
6. Stir in cooked bacon, maple syrup, salt and pepper.
7. Cook 2 more minutes, until Brussels sprouts are tender and sauce has thickened.

maple bacon, brussels, heavy cream, maple syrup, salt, black pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/maple-bacon-brussels-sprouts-508345 (may not work)