Brussels Sprouts in Alfredo Sauce
Tender Brussels sprouts tossed in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce with garlic and Parmesan for a comforting side dish perfect for easy weeknight dinners and healthy comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 6 oz halal bacon, chopped (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.33 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste salt and black pepper
- pinch nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Cook chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, reserving 3 tablespoons fat.
- Add Brussels sprouts to skillet with bacon fat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 8-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden.
- Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return bacon to skillet, stir to combine and heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 340mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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