Brussels Sprouts Spaghetti

Another fall favorite!  This dish is so simple and will take you no time at all to make.  Let me know what you think of it!

Recipe:

1 bag of shaved brussels sprouts

1 package of diced pancetta or 4 slices of bacon cut into little pieces

1 lb of spaghetti (can substitute whole wheat)

2 cloves of garlic

olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

parmesan cheese

reserve a cup of pasta water 

Start your water to boil your pasta in.  While waiting for pasta to come to a boil get all your ingredients out of the fridge and ready to use.  If you need to chop your bacon go ahead and get that done now.  When the water is almost boiling, preheat a large non stick skillet and add just a little olive oil.  Add pancetta or bacon to the skillet and saute until golden brown.  When your pasta water comes to a boil add a tablespoon or two of salt and your pasta.  Stir frequently so it does not stick together.  Add garlic to the pancetta and continue to cook on medium low heat for a minute or two, then add brussels sprouts.  They will cook quickly since they are shaved finely.  (If you can't find them shaved already you can shave them by hand the same way you would a cabbage or toss them in a food processor.)  When your pasta is al dente add it to the skillet and remove from heat.  Be sure to reserve some of the water you cooked your pasta in before you drain it!  Add a little water at a time to your brussels sprout spaghetti and toss with tongs until everything comes together and the water/ sprout mixture form a light sauce.  Add parmesan cheese to taste and serve.  Makes enough for 4 adults.

This is a picture of the shaved brussels sprouts I used.

Enjoy!!

Heather