Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Gratin
Delicious bacon combined with nutritious sprouts.
Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Gratin is a Western dish that combines the rich aroma of bacon with nutritious Brussels sprouts. This dish perfectly blends the salty flavor of bacon with the sweetness of Brussels sprouts through baking, creating a delicious and visually appealing meal.
👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️
Brussels Sprouts: 500g
Thick-cut Bacon: 6 slices
Cream: 200ml
Grated Cheese: 100g
Flour: 2 tablespoons
Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
Salt: to taste
Black Pepper: to taste
👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Wash the Brussels sprouts, remove the roots, and cut them in half.
Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan, add the minced garlic and bacon, and stir-fry until the bacon is crispy.
In another pan, mix the cream and flour, heat on low heat, and stir until thickened to make a cream sauce.
Combine the Brussels sprouts, bacon, and cream sauce, and season with salt and black pepper.
Pour the mixture into a baking dish and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the surface is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
👉🏻✨TIPS
The size of the Brussels sprouts should be uniform to ensure even cooking.
The consistency of the cream sauce should be moderate; too thick or too thin will affect the taste.
During baking, you can occasionally turn the Brussels sprouts to ensure even heating.
👉🏻✨BENEFITS
This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious. Brussels sprouts are rich in vitamins C, K, and dietary fiber, which help boost immunity and promote digestion. Bacon provides rich protein and fat, providing energy for the body.
👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL
Brussels sprouts are a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in vitamins C, K, folate, manganese, dietary fiber, and other nutrients. These nutrients help enhance immunity, promote bone health, prevent anemia, and cardiovascular disease. Meanwhile, the protein and fat in bacon are also important nutrients for the body, and moderate consumption helps maintain good health.
