Description
A creamy, cheesy Brussels sprouts side dish that’s ready in under 1 hour. Perfect for Christmas dinners with beef, ham, turkey, or prime rib.
Ingredients
2 lbs Brussels sprouts, washed and halved
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream (or half + half / whole milk)
1 1/2 cups shredded white cheese (mozzarella, Havarti, Gouda, or Cheddar), reserve 1/2 cup for topping
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Clean and halve Brussels sprouts.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
4. Add Brussels sprouts and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes.
5. Add chicken broth and sauté for another 5 minutes until broth evaporates.
6. Transfer sprouts to an oven-safe dish.
7. Pour in cream, mix in 1 cup shredded white cheese and all Parmesan.
8. Top with remaining 1/2 cup white cheese.
9. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden on top.
10. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
• Use fresh Brussels sprouts for best flavor and texture.
• Mix cheese varieties for richer taste.
• Add crisped bacon or pancetta for a smoky twist.
• Not ideal for make-ahead; serve fresh out of the oven.
• Rest 5 minutes before serving for a thicker, creamier sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Christmas Dinner Ideas
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg