Braised Endives with Bacon

Ingredients

 * 1 	lbs  	endives
 * 4 	each 	bacon strips, cut into 1/2 inch slices
 * 1 	tbsp 	cooking oil
 * 2 	tbsp 	butter
 * 1/2 	small 	lemon
 * salt and pepper
 * parsley for garnish

Directions
Wash the endives in cold water.  Remove the outer layers, then cut off the bottom part of the endives.  Let them dry on paper towels. In a large, non-stick pan, saute the bacon slices in cooking oil.  Let it cook for about 2-3 minutes on high heat. Remove the bacon slices.  Melt the butter on the same pan, then quickly saute the endives. Turn heat to low, then cover the pan and let the endives cook for 30-45 minutes. Season endives with salt and pepper. Arrange in a serving dish, then place cooked bacon slices on the side. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.