Christmas Brussel Sprouts

• 1 1/2 lbs. brussel sprouts, trimmed and cut in half lengthwise
• 8 slices bacon, cooked, cooled and chopped
• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 3 tsp. butter, divided
• 1 shallot, minced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper

Heat the olive oil and 1 tsp. butter in a large saute pan over medium heat.  Add the shallot and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.  Add the brussel sprouts and continue to cook, stirring frequently, 3 minutes.

Add the broth, salt and pepper.  Stir to combine.  Cover and cook until sprouts are tender, about 15 minutes.

Stir in remaining 2 tsp. butter and the bacon.  Continue to cook until butter is melted and bacon is warmed.  

Enjoy!  Merry Christmas!!