LINGUINE WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND BACON: a rich and flavorful autumn dish

Have you ever tried Brussels sprouts in a pasta dish? Today I propose a surprising recipe: linguine with Brussels sprouts and bacon, a perfect mix between the sweet and slightly bitter taste of the sprouts and the savory crunch of the bacon. A simple yet impressive dish, perfect for cooler days and for those who love bold flavors, with a rustic and homemade touch that wins everyone over!

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  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very cheap
  • Preparation time: 10 Minutes
  • Portions: 4 People
  • Cooking methods: Stovetop, Steam cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: Autumn, Winter

Ingredients

  • 1.1 lbs Brussels sprouts
  • 1/2 onion
  • 7 oz smoked bacon
  • 12 oz linguine

Tools

  • Steamer for microwave
  • Pan
  • Ladle
  • Casserole

Steps

  • Clean the Brussels sprouts well, removing the first tougher leaves and cut them into 4 parts. Steam them for about 10 minutes.

  • In a pan, sauté the bacon with the onion.

  • Add the Brussels sprouts and season for 5 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, cook the linguine in plenty of salted water, for the time indicated on the package.

  • Then season the linguine with the Brussels sprouts.

    If you love experimenting with seasonal ingredients, this recipe is a must-save! Try it, personalize it to your liking, and let me know what you think. And if you want a vegetarian version, you can replace the bacon with mushrooms or toasted nuts!

🔄 Tasty Variants:
• Grated pecorino or salt ricotta added
• Vegetarian version with champignon mushrooms
• A pinch of chili for a spicy note
• Sprouts deglazed with white wine or balsamic vinegar

🔄 Tasty Variants:
• Grated pecorino or salt ricotta added
• Vegetarian version with champignon mushrooms
• A pinch of chili for a spicy note
• Sprouts deglazed with white wine or balsamic vinegar

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Cucinando e pasticciando

Hello, my name is Daniela and I am 47 years old. One of my greatest passions is cooking; I love eating and I love cooking. Here you will find the recipes I serve at the table every day for my family, easy recipes explained step by step. If you want to follow me, I would be delighted❤️

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