PAN FRIED BRUSSEL SPROUTS WITH BACON AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING
Nutrition facts per serving (1cup)
Calories: 240 | Fat: 19g | Total Carbs: 11g | Net Carbs: 7g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Protein: 6g

INGREDIENTS
4 slices Bacon
1 lb Brussels sprouts (sliced in half)
3 tbsp Olive oil (not extra virgin)
3/4 tsp Sea salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
INSTRUCTIONS
Place the bacon slices onto a large, cold saute pan on the stove. Turn heat to medium. Fry bacon for a few minutes on each side, until crispy.
Remove bacon and set aside to drain on paper towels. Leave the bacon grease in the pan.
Add 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil to the pan and swirl around. Add brussels sprouts. Season with sea salt and black pepper, and stir to distribute.
Increase heat to medium-high. Arrange brussels sprouts in a single layer in the pan, with as many surfaces touching the pan as possible. Sear for about 3-4 minutes, without moving, until well browned on the bottom. Flip or stir, and repeat on the other side. Repeat as necessary to brown all sprouts.
Meanwhile, chop the bacon while waiting for the sprouts to brown.
Add balsamic vinegar and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the pan. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes.
Return chopped bacon to the pan.