Creamy Brussels Sprouts

Creamy Brussels Sprouts smothered in a rich, soul-satisfying cheese sauce that takes this overlooked veggie over the top. Delicious and nutritious Brussels sprouts paired with a decadent sauce will have your family and guests singing your praises. So try this recipe for your next go-to side.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 8

Cook Time 12

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 150kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

1½ pound (685g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2-3 tablespoons (30-40g) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon garlic, minced (3-4 cloves)
2 teaspoons flour
½ medium onion
2 teaspoon Creole seasoning (or Italian seasoning)
1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 cup heavy cream
½-¾ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated and divided

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Once hot, add a tablespoon of butter and then the Brussels sprouts. Season with salt.
Cook for 3-4 minutes until brown, turning once. Sprinkle Creole or Italian seasoning over them, and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes. Remove and set them aside.
Then in the same skillet, add the remaining butter, onions, and garlic. Saute for 1-2 minutes until onion wilts. After that, stir in the flour, followed by the broth and cream. Bring to a boil and simmer until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat, add about ½ of the parmesan cheese, and stir until the cheese completely melts.
Adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, and extra seasonings to taste if desired.
Scatter the Brussels sprouts evenly into the sauce if there is enough room. Top with the remaining cheese.
Transfer the cast iron to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until it starts to bubble.
Remove and serve warm.

Notes

If you want to use frozen Brussels sprouts, add them while frozen. The frozen ones aren't as crunchy, but hey, soft sprouts are better than no sprouts.
Squeeze a little lemon over the dish for the perfect flavor enhancement.
Roasting Brussels sprouts for a few minutes creates a delicious, smoky flavor that works so well with the sauce.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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