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Creamy Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts simmer in a bacon cream sauce, then finish with melted Gruyere and mozzarella cheeses.

Typical price

$8.67for 4 servings

$2.17 per serving$8.67 for 4

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Creamy Brussels Sprouts

ItalianLow-carbBudgetSide dishes

What it costs

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IngredientAmountCost
Bacon$6.49 each typical0.25$2.27Typical price
Butter$0.40/oz typical1 oz$0.40Typical price
Brussels sprouts$3.49/lb typical2 lb$6.98Typical price
Garlic$0.75 each typical0.5$0.34Typical price
Heavy cream$0.22/oz typical12 oz$2.74Typical price
Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical6.25 oz$0.44Typical price
Swiss, provolone, gouda$0.40/oz typical3 oz$1.20Typical price
Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical2.75 oz$0.80Typical price
Total for the servings shown$15.16

Pantry staples you likely have

Cornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoaDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepper

Not included in the cost.

Ingredients

  • 6 strips thick cut bacon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 lb medium-small brussels sprouts
  • 4 1/2 cloves garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp each dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp each salt
  • 3/4 cup freshly shredded gruyere cheese
  • 2/3 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps

  1. Cook the bacon in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat for 6 minutes, then crumble it and leave the drippings in the skillet.
  2. Add the butter and Brussels sprouts, then cook for 6 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Whisk the cream, broth, cornstarch, parsley, basil, and salt in a bowl.
  5. Pour the cream mixture into the skillet, cover, and simmer for 8 minutes until the sprouts are tender.
  6. Stir in the bacon and both cheeses, then cook for 2 minutes until melted.

Swaps

  • Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
  • Heavy cream for Evaporated or condensed milkabout $0.08/oz less at typical prices
  • Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices

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