Description
A creamy and decadent Brussels sprouts dish enriched with garlic and topped with a crispy crust, transforming this humble vegetable into a sensational delight.
Ingredients
- Brussels Sprouts
- Heavy Cream
- Garlic
- Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean and trim the Brussels sprouts, cutting off the stem ends and halving or quartering them.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the Brussels sprouts for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the drained Brussels sprouts to the skillet, coating them with the garlic cream sauce, and fold in half of the grated Parmesan if desired.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
- Dot with remaining butter and bake for about 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pair with lean protein or a fresh salad to balance the richness. For added flavor, consider crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Brussels sprouts, creamy dish, au gratin, side dish, vegetarian, garlic, cheese