In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high
Add the brussels sprouts, maple syrup, garlic and salt
Cook, stirring, about 5 minutes, until the brussels sprouts have softened
Stir in the bacon
Remove from heat and serve
Notes
The cooking time indicated includes the time to cook the bacon. I cooked the bacon in the oven on a rimmed baking sheet at 400° for 15 minutes.To shred brussels sprouts, I use my food processor, but you can also use a mandoline, or do it by hand.To shave the brussels sprouts by hand, use a sharp knife to cut off the stem end. Slice the sprout in half, and with cut side down, cut each half into thin slices.You can cook the bacon in the same skillet first. Chop the bacon first, then cook until crisp. Drain all but a tablespoon of the fat from the skillet before adding the rest of the ingredients. If you use this method, omit the olive oil.If your bacon is quite salty, omit the salt.