Julia Child Chopped Brussels Sprouts in Cream

Elevate your side dish game with Julia Child’s Chopped Brussels Sprouts in Cream, a luxurious and comforting recipe that transforms this humble vegetable into a velvety masterpiece. With thinly sliced Brussels sprouts gently sautéed in butter, simmered until tender in rich heavy cream, and seasoned to perfection with a touch of salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg, this dish is as indulgent as it is satisfying. A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese takes the creamy sauce to the next level, creating a decadently cheesy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or an elegant weeknight meal. Serve it hot alongside roasted meats or as a standout vegetarian centerpiece. Perfectly creamy, deliciously savory—every bite is pure culinary bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Brussels sprouts
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 pinch Nutmeg (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged leaves.

Step 2

Slice the Brussels sprouts thinly either by hand with a sharp knife or using a food processor fitted with a slicing blade.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced Brussels sprouts to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly in the butter.

Step 5

Cook the Brussels sprouts for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and turn a light golden color.

Step 6

Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to combine with the Brussels sprouts.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream thickens slightly and the Brussels sprouts are tender.

Step 8

Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg (if using), stirring well to distribute the seasoning.

Step 9

If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until it melts into the sauce.

Step 10

Remove from heat and transfer the Brussels sprouts to a serving dish. Serve hot as a decadent side dish to complement a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(732.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1237.7

Total Fat 106.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 309.8mg	0%
Sodium 1639.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 20.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 236.1mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 21.0mg	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: 80.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 12.8%