Description
Creamy Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Mozzarella is a mouthwatering dish that elevates roasted Brussels sprouts into a creamy, savory delight. Crisp bacon mingles with gooey mozzarella and heavy cream, creating a rich sauce that clings to every sprout. Perfect for any occasion?be it a casual weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering?this recipe promises to impress and satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (fresh preferred)
- ? cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon but reserve grease.
- In the same skillet, saut? minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add halved Brussels sprouts, season with salt and pepper, and saut? until golden brown and tender (about 8 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously, and simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Return crispy bacon to the skillet, mixing well to coat sprouts in cheesy goodness.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side dish/Main course
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 70mg