Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of garlicky creamy Brussels sprouts au gratin. This dish combines tender Brussels sprouts with a creamy garlic-infused sauce and a cheesy gratin topping, creating a decadent side dish that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounce brussels sprouts, cleaned, trimmed and cut in half
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded fontina cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the Brussels sprouts: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add Brussels sprouts and cook until slightly tender.
- Prepare the cream sauce: Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer the Brussels sprouts and sauce to a baking dish. Top with the parmesan, cheddar, and fontina cheeses. Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with additional seasonings such as paprika or red pepper flakes for added flavor.
- For a lighter version, you can use milk or a combination of milk and broth instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg