BRUSSEL SPROUTS with BACON and GOLDEN RAISINS
( A REAL SIMPLE RECIPE)
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 lb small brussel sprouts , trimmed and halved
1 tbsp olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 slices bacon
1/2 small red onion, cut into thin half moons

1. Heat oven to 425deg. Warm the vinegar in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Remove from heat , add the raisins and let sit for 15 minutes; drain.

2.On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the brussel sprouts, oil and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast, stirring once , until tender and slightly golden, 25 to 30 minutes.

3.Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; crumble. Discard all but one tablespoon of the drippings.

4.Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally , until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the brussel sprouts, raisins and bacon and toss to combine.