Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin. This dish elevates the humble brussels sprouts with a luscious blend of cheeses and aromatic garlic, creating a decadent side that’s perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Brussels Sprouts:
- 16 ounces brussels sprouts, cleaned, trimmed, and halved
Cream Sauce:
- 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
Cheese Blend:
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded fontina cheese
Instructions
- Preheat: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375ºF.
- Prep: Clean and trim the brussels sprouts, shred the fontina, cheddar, and parmesan cheese. Combine shredded cheeses in a bowl and set aside.
- Infuse: Heat a skillet over medium heat with butter and garlic. Let garlic soften in the butter. Remove from heat, add cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, nutmeg, and half of the cheese blend.
- Bake: Add brussels sprouts to the pan, mix with the sauce, and top with remaining cheese. Bake for 18-25 minutes until sprouts are tender and cheese is melted. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
