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Brown Butter and Brussels Sprout and Bacon Fettuccine Alfredo

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 6 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta
  • 4 thick-cut slices bacon chopped
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 pound Brussels sprouts thinly sliced or halved, if small
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 4 tbsp salted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage or 1 tsp. dried sage
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups whole milk or canned coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • 2 oz. cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain onto a paper towel. Add the Brussels sprouts, cut side down, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the sprouts are crisping on the edges, 3 to 4 minutes. Toss the sprouts, add the olive oil and cook another 2-3 minutes, until crisp.Remove the Brussels sprouts from the skillet to a plate.
  • To the same skillet,melt the butter over medium heat, cooking until the butter begins to brown,about 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic, oregano, sage, and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Cook 1 minute, then pour in the milk and cream.Add the cream cheese. Whisk until smooth. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook 5-8 minutes, until thickened slightly. Stir in the parmesan and nutmeg. Season with salt + pepper. Toss in the pasta and cook 3-5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
  • Divide the fettuccine between plates and top with crispy Brussels sprouts, and bacon. Eat and enjoy immediately.
Keyword Brussels Sprouts, Coconut Cream, Coconut Milk, Garlic