Crispy bacon and tender Brussels sprouts cooked together in one skillet make the perfect Christmas dinner side dish.

Scale

1/2 pound bacon, cut into small pieces

2 dozen Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

Salt and pepper to taste

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1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel–lined plate, leaving the grease in the pan.

2. Add Brussels sprouts and stir to coat in the bacon fat.

3. Cover with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook about 5 minutes.

4. Return bacon to the pan and cook uncovered until sprouts are browned and tender.

5. Season with salt and pepper as needed and serve immediately.

Cooking time may need to increase if using large Brussels sprouts.

Sprouts can be made softer by covering the pan again during cooking but watch closely to prevent burning.

Frozen Brussels sprouts may turn out mushy; thaw before halving and cook for less time.