Tender seasoned brussels sprouts baked with cheese, bacon and shallots is a hearty and satisfying side dish!
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 27 minutesminutes
Total Time 37 minutesminutes
Servings 6servings
Ingredients
3tablespoonsunsalted butter
½cupthinly sliced shallots
2poundsbrussels sprouts
½teaspoonkosher saltmore or less, to taste
¼teaspoonblack peppermore or less, to taste
1pinchcayenne pepper
¾cupheavy cream
⅔cupshredded extra sharp white cheddar cheese
⅔cupshredded gruyère cheese
⅔cupfully cooked bacon pieces
Instructions
Remove any outer yellow and/or discolored leaves from sprouts. Trim stems, rinse and slice in half vertically.
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add brussels sprouts and shallots. Season with the salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine. Cook for approximately 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender, stirring frequently.
Carefully remove skillet from heat (using an oven mitt) and evenly drizzle heavy cream over mixture. Top with shredded cheeses and bacon. Bake (uncovered) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.