Adding pancetta to these buttered brussels sprouts transforms this side dish to another level and into something very tasty!

Brussels sprouts with pancetta

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Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Course Side

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  

• 450 g brussels sprouts, scored on their underside
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• ½ tbsp sunflower oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 100 g pancetta (or smoked bacon sliced)
• salt and pepper

Instructions

 

• Cook the sprouts in a large saucepan of salted, boiling water for 18-20 mins until tender.
• Drain the sprouts and set aside.
• Melt the butter with the oil in a large sauté or frying pan over a medium heat.
• Add the onion and pancetta until the onions have softened and pancetta is golden and crisp.
• Add the sprouts to the pan and warm through, then serve immediately.