Brown Butter Brussels Sprout and Bacon Ravioli

Overview

  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Prep Time: 10 mins

  • Cook Time: 15 mins

  • Total Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cheese ravioli homemade or store bought

  • 4 thick cut slices bacon, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • 3/4 pound Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced

  • kosher salt and black pepper

  • 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter

  • 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts or pecans, roughly chopped

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

  • zest of 1 lemon

  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1/2 cup grated manchego or parmesan cheese

Method

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ravioli according to package directions until al dente. Drain the ravioli.
  1. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain onto a paper towel. Wipe the skillet clean, then set back over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the Brussels sprouts and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the sprouts are crisping on the edges, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the shallots, cooking another 2-3 minutes, until caramelized. Remove the Brussels sprouts from the skillet to a plate. It's OK if some of the shallots are left behind in the skillet.
  1. To the same skillet, melt together the butter and nuts over medium heat, cooking until the butter begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the apple cider, thyme, and lemon zest. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Drop the ravioli into the sauce, gently tossing to combine.
  1. Divide the ravioli between plates and top with the crispy Brussels sprouts, bacon, and cheese.

Notes

  • To Make Vegetarian: simply omit the bacon and start the cooking process with the olive oil and brussels sprouts.

References and Acknowledgments

Brown Butter Brussels Sprout and Bacon Ravioli

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