Brussel Sprouts in Bacon and Garlic Sauce

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan, then stir in 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Add the prepared brussels sprouts and cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes, or until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.

Return the saucepan to the stove and add 1 tablespoon of butter, letting it melt over residual heat or low heat.

While the butter melts, cut each cooked brussels sprout in half.