I used to hate brussel sprouts, I just imagined the smell of them boiled and I felt sick. I’ve recently rediscovered them – NEVER boil them! This is is fast becoming one of my favourite side dishes.

Ingredients

• Brussel sprouts
• Pancetta (sliced into small cubes)
• Balsamic glaze (you can use balsamic vinegar, but I think this makes the sprouts too soggy – I think them to be crispy)

I never measure any of this out, it’s by eye and based on how many people I’m serving.

1. Preheat your over to about 180c. Cut your sprouts in half and place in a baking dish. Drizzle some balsamic glaze over the top and put in the oven for 10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile heat a pan to a high heat and fry off you pancetta so it’s nice and crispy, add this to your sprouts and cook for a final 5 minutes.

It’s a really quick and tasty side dish – I sometimes have it on it’s own as I’ve started craving it!