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Comfort Food for Thought
As wintery storms move across most the of United States, I find myself craving comfort food that warms the belly and feeds the soul. Growing up in the Midwest, meat and potatoes were staples, but I also acquired a fondness for ethnic food. My grandparents hailed from Germany, Italy and the Czech Republic. I lived sixty miles west of Chicago, and had Greek babysitters when I was young. Herbs, olive oil and cheeses were everywhere!
For this meal, I combined Midwestern heartiness with the flavors of Europe: country ribs, baked sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts with pancetta.
“On days when warmth is the most important need of the human heart, the kitchen is the place you can find it...”
E.B. White
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
2 T olive oil
4 oz pancetta (or bacon), chopped
1 shallot, chopped (you can substitute 1 clove of minced garlic and 2 T onion)
1 lb brussels sprouts, halved (if using frozen: thaw, drain and cut in half)
3/4 C chicken stock
Pepper to taste
Parmesan cheese to top
Heat oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add pancetta and cook until crispy. Add shallot and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add brussels sprouts and saute until slightly browned. Add chicken stock and lower heat to medium-low. Cook about 8 minutes until reduced. Add pepper to taste and top with grated parmesan cheese.
Serves 4
That looks and sounds tasty!
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