Creamy Sprout Gratin

A rich and creamy hands-off side dish that's tasty enough to tempt even the most ardent sprout haters.

By The GH Kitchen TeamPublished: 09 November 2023

The simple yet deliciously rich sauce helps to balance the bitterness of the sprouts. For an even more luxurious finish, sprinkle over some grated hard cheese at the end of step 2.

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Yields:

8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

187

Ingredients

600 g
Brussels sprouts, trimmed
225 ml
double cream
1/4 tsp.
freshly grated nutmeg
1
medium egg yolk
1 tsp.
Dijon mustard

Directions

1. Step 1 Preheat oven to 190°C (170°C fan) mark 5. Cook the sprouts in a large pan of salted boiling water for 5min, or until just tender. Drain and leave to steam-dry for a few min. Tip into a shallow ovenproof serving dish.
2. Step 2In a jug, whisk the cream, nutmeg, egg yolk, mustard and plenty of seasoning until combined. Pour around the sprouts.
3. Step 3Cook in oven for 15min, or until the sauce is bubbling and the sprouts have browned a little. Sprinkle over some freshly ground black pepper and serve.

GET AHEAD
Prepare to end of step 2 up to a day ahead, leaving sprouts to cool completely before pouring in the cream mixture. Cover and chill. Complete recipe to serve (from chilled).

PER SERVING:

Calories: 187
Protein: 3g
Fat: 17g
Saturates: 10g
Carbs: 3g
Sugars: 3g
Fibre: 4g

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