Brussels sprouts

(Picture is of blackberry crumble on top and Brussels on bottom! Yummy!)

Around 1 lb to 1 1/2 lb Brussels sprouts, cut in half

1/2 lb bacon (preferably thick cut) cut into 1/4 inch strips 

3 tbsp maple syrup

1/2-1 c chicken broth or stock

Salt and fresh ground pepper

In a cast iron pan (or other heavy bottomed skillet with lid) brown bacon. When bacon is crisp remove to drain on paper towels do not pour off baco fat (unless there is more than 2 tbsp in pan). Add sprouts directly to the hot pan. Allow to get fairly browned and bright green. Add salt and pepper to your taste as soon as the sprouts have color. Then add chicken broth and maple syrup. Stir to combine. Turn to low on stove. Cover and cook for 8 mins or until easily pierced with fork. Sprinkler with bacon and Serve immediately. Yum yum!