Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Cheese Crust

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these indulgent Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Cheese Crust! Perfectly golden and tender Brussels sprouts are sautéed to caramelized perfection with fragrant shallots, garlic, and a touch of sugar, then crowned with a glorious layer of bubbling Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. This easy one-skillet recipe is oven-finished to create a crispy, golden cheese crust that adds irresistible texture and flavor. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it as a savory side or a satisfying vegetarian centerpiece, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. These cheesy caramelized Brussels sprouts are guaranteed to convert even the biggest veggie skeptics into fans!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brussels sprouts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 medium Shallot
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 50 grams Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 50 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Wash the Brussels sprouts thoroughly, remove any damaged outer leaves, and trim the stems. Slice each sprout in half lengthwise.

Step 3

Finely chop the shallot and garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 4

In a large oven-safe skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted and shimmering.

Step 5

Add the Brussels sprouts cut side down to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, undisturbed, until the bottoms are golden brown and slightly caramelized.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped shallot, garlic, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are softened and fragrant.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan and mozzarella evenly over the Brussels sprouts.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or as a delicious main for vegetable lovers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(700.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	977.7

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 118.4mg	0%
Sodium 3719.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 51.6g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 1073.5mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 140.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 22.1%