Creamy Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Creamy Brussel Sprouts With Bacon being stirred in a cast iron skillet

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Creamy Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Creamy Brussels sprouts with bacon is a delicious and comforting dish that brings together the goodness of Brussels sprouts and the irresistible flavor of bacon. This recipe takes these two ingredients and combines them into a creamy and satisfying side dish that's perfect for any meal. With the creaminess of the sauce and the crispy bacon, it's a simple yet flavorful way to make Brussels sprouts a hit at your table.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Creamy Brussels Sprouts

Servings:

Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

6 slices bacon diced
1 1/2 pound Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
3 cloves garlic minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese

Instructions

Cook the bacon. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Cook the Brussels sprouts. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the skillet. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook for 8 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir the sauce together and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the cheese. Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and white cheddar cheese. Stir until melted. Add the bacon back to the skillet and stir to combine. Serve hot.

Notes

Once you add the cream, give it a bit of time to bubble away and thicken up a touch.

When you add your cheese, stir it well to make sure it gets completely incorporated.

Don't wash the pan after you cook the bacon. Just pour out the excess bacon fat. All that yummy flavor in the pan will make your sauce extra delicious.

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