Description
Experience the creamy goodness of Brussels Sprouts Gratin with Blue Cheese—a decadent dish guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lb Brussels Sprouts (Essential for the dish; tender when blanched and roast-baked.)
- 1 tsp Butter (Greases the baking dish for easy release.)
- 6 oz Blue Cheese (Adds a bold, tangy flavor; creamy varieties recommended.)
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream (Forms the creamy base; ensure it’s at room temperature.)
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk (Boosts creaminess without overwhelming.)
- 1 tbsp Whole Grain Mustard (Enhances flavor complexity; optional.)
- Salt and Pepper (To taste.)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (Provides a savory topping that crisps beautifully.)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a shallow baking dish.
- Blanch the Brussels sprouts in salted boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Arrange the blanched Brussels sprouts cut-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese evenly over the sprouts.
- Whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, whole grain mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour the cream mixture over the sprouts and cheese.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the top is golden.
- Cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg