Teresa's Brussels sprouts

Ingredients

• 500g Brussels sprouts
• 0.5 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vinegar
• olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 shallot
• (optional) a rasher of bacon
• balsamic vinegar
• a little salt

Method

1. Peel, cross and boil the sprouts with the sugar and vinegar for about five minutes
2. Fry the garlic and shallots (and maybe bacon bits) in olive oil
3. Add the sprouts and toss ‘em about
4. Season with balsamic vinegar and salt to taste