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Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin

Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin: Your New Holiday Favorite

This Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin is a delightful, gluten-free and vegetarian side dish perfect for the holiday table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brussels Sprouts
  • 2 pounds Brussels Sprouts fresh, cleaned and trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for sautéing
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to personal preference
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper or white pepper for a subtler flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg adds warmth
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded, can substitute with pecorino
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded, mild or sharp
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese or mozzarella or Gruyère

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Clean the Brussels sprouts by rinsing, trimming, and slicing them in half.
  3. Shred your parmesan, cheddar, and fontina cheese in a mixing bowl.
  4. Melt butter in the skillet, then sauté minced garlic for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg, along with half of the cheese mixture.
  6. Fold the Brussels sprouts into the cream sauce, then arrange in a single layer in the skillet and top with the remaining cheese mixture.
  7. Bake for 18 to 25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden, and sprouts are tender.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for the holiday season, combining creamy texture and delicious flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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