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Creamy Baked Brussels Sprouts Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Creamy Baked Brussels Sprouts recipe offers a deliciously rich and cheesy way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable. Tossed in garlic and olive oil, then baked in a luscious heavy cream sauce with Parmesan and mozzarella, these Brussels sprouts become tender, golden, and full of flavor. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any meal or holiday gathering.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

Seasonings & Oils

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Dairy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Toppings

  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is at the right temperature for baking the Brussels sprouts evenly.
  2. Prepare Brussels Sprouts: In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, toss the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil and minced garlic to coat them thoroughly, infusing flavor.
  3. Season: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) over the Brussels sprouts for taste and mild heat.
  4. Add Cream: Pour the heavy cream evenly over the Brussels sprouts and gently stir to combine, ensuring every sprout is coated with the creamy sauce.
  5. Add Cheeses and Toppings: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses evenly on top, followed by breadcrumbs if you prefer a crunchy topping.
  6. Bake Covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to allow the sprouts to cook and the cheeses to meld.
  7. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot as a savory, creamy side dish to complement your main course.

Notes

  • You can make this dish ahead by assembling everything in the baking dish, covering, and refrigerating for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Swap the mozzarella for Gruyère or sharp white cheddar to change the flavor profile.
  • Breadcrumb topping is optional but adds a nice crunchy texture.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste and dietary preferences.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/creamy-baked-brussels-sprouts-recipe/