Brussels Sprouts in Alfredo Sauce
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Tender Brussels sprouts tossed in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce—an easy yet elegant side dish perfect for pasta nights or special dinners.
- Author: Beth
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boil & Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts and cook for 5 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
- Add the par‑boiled Brussels sprouts to the sauce and toss gently to coat, cooking 2–3 minutes more until heated through.
- Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half‑and‑half.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 lb Brussels sprouts with sauce
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg