Creamy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts Gratin with Bacon
Creamy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts Gratin with Bacon is cheesy, savory and perfect for your holiday meals. Tender crisp brussels sprouts are smothered in a creamy sauce and topped with cheese and crunchy bacon. It's sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Servings: 6 People
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts
- 6 slices diced bacon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups whipping cream or half and half
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling water, add 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts and blanch for 7 minutes. Add them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, add 6 slices diced bacon and cook for 4-5 minutes or until crisp. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Add the Brussels sprouts to the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch pan or large skillet.
- In a small saucepan, add 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Whisk in 2 cups whipping cream and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese until it starts to thicken. Pour over the Brussels sprouts and top with bacon and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Nutrition
Calories: 544kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 596mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2345IU | Vitamin C: 97mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 2mg
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