Everyone will love the breadcrumb and cheese topping. The dish is really easy to make and simply delicious.
2 T. unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for the dish
kosher salt
1 lb. Brussels sprouts, outer leaves and stems removed
pinch of red pepper flakes
freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/2 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. grated white Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. breadcrumbs
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter a 2 qt. baking dish.
Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts; cook until tender, 8 - 10 minutes; drain.*
Coarsely chop sprouts; transfer to the prepared baking dish.
Toss with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; spread out evenly. Pour the cream on top; sprinkle on the cheese and breadcrumbs; dot with the butter pieces.
Bake until bubbly and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
6 servings.
*Instead of cooking the sprouts in boiling water, they can be roasted. Drizzle olive oil on them, season with salt and pepper, then roast them in a 400 degree oven for about 20 minutes. Then follow the recipe as directed.
**This dish can be prepared the day before and just bake before I want to serve them!