Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

My two year old told me to "kiss my butt" today.  In a - he fell and hurt it and only a kiss could cure his bruised bum - kind of way, but still it took me by surprise. I faked it then made Brussels sprouts for dinner. Take that, toddler.

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Adapted from Simply Whisked

• 1 cup chopped bacon pieces, uncooked
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and quartered
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the chopped bacon in a single layer to cook.  Add the garlic and saute while stirring until the bacon is almost crispy.

Add the rest of the ingredients and stir while cooking. If the Brussels sprouts are large and not cooking fast enough add a couple of tablespoons of water and cover until Brussels sprouts are tender.