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Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin

Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin for Cozy Dinners

A creamy masterpiece of Brussels sprouts with a luscious cheese blend and garlicky sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brussels Sprouts
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts Cleaned, trimmed, and cut in half
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; use olive oil for a dairy-free version
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is preferred
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Creates a rich base; half-and-half can lighten it
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg Fresh nutmeg preferred
For the Cheese
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Shredded; Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano are alternatives
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; can use mild, sharp, or pepper jack
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese Shredded; mozzarella or Gruyere can be used

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Ovenproof Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Clean and trim the Brussels sprouts, then cut them in half.
  3. In an ovenproof skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in ½ cup of heavy cream, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ⅛ teaspoon of nutmeg. Add half of the shredded cheese mixture and stir.
  5. Add the prepared Brussels sprouts to the skillet and stir to coat in the creamy sauce. Spread the mixture evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the Brussels sprouts.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid browning the garlic to prevent a bitter taste. Using a cast iron skillet helps retain heat for even cooking. Consider adding fresh thyme or cooked bacon for extra flavor.

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