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creamed brussels sprouts

5 November, 2019

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Creamed brussels sprouts, a great vegetable side dish, great any time over the Winter during sprout growing season. But particularly good over the festive period.

Creamed brussels sprouts are one of my favourite ways to serve brussels sprouts. The simple addition of some garlic infused cream and a grating of nutmeg makes this a rich and delicious side.

A close up of a grey bowl containing creamed brussel sprouts.

A great addition to the Winter dinner table, particularly over the festive period when sprouts are at their best.

Enjoying brussels sprouts in season:

I like cooking and eating along with the seasons. I want vibrant Spring greens early in the year, Jersey Royals in May, Scottish berries over the Summer months and apples and pumpkin in Autumn.

When it comes to Winter however, there is one vegetable right at the top of my list, brussels sprouts!

A grey bowl containing creamed brussel sprouts with a wooden tray of pork belly slices in the back as well as a small pinch pot of smoked sea salt.

How to prepare brussels sprouts:

Brussels sprouts are really easy to prepare, simply remove any wilted outer leaves and cut a little off the base of the stem, but not too much or they will fall apart.

I then like to cut a shallow cross at the bottom of each sprout stem as this helps them to cook evenly, particularly the larger ones. Besides my Mum always prepared sprouts like this, so that’s what I do too.

How to cook brussels sprouts?

I don’t think any other vegetable divides the population quite as much as the humble sprout. People either love them or hate them, you rarely get someone who “doesn’t mind” them.

I’m in the former camp, I love sprouts and eat them as often as I can. However, I believe that a lot of the bad press surrounding this vegetable comes from over-cooking them.

Soggy sprouts are a hard sell by anyone’s standards. However, cooked until just tender, drained and tossed in butter with a good crack of black pepper is as close to vegetable perfection as it comes for me!

This creamed brussels sprout recipe is one I cook when I want a change as it’s quick and simple but full of flavour.

I often serve creamed brussels sprouts to those less in love with this Winter green than I am! The cream and the garlic seem to help mellow the sprout flavour.

A grey bowl containing creamed brussel sprouts with a wooden tray of pork belly slices in the back as well as a small pinch pot of smoked sea salt.

Alternative serving suggestions:

This is a great side dish for Christmas day or New Year’s day lunch. If you want to add a little extra to the sprouts add some crispy smoked bacon pieces as creamed brussel sprouts with bacon make a delicious dish.

For added texture crumble through some crushed chestnuts, a perfect festive addition.

Can this dish be prepared ahead of time?

This dish can be prepared ahead of time and allowed to cool, keeping the dish in the fridge overnight. Remove from the fridge half an hour before serving to allow it to come to room temperature. Place gently over a medium heat until hot and serve immediately.

Can I freeze creamed brussel sprouts?

This dish can be made and once cooled frozen in an airtight container. When ready to use, take out of the freezer and defrost overnight in the fridge. Reheat the sprouts just before serving.

Pin the recipe:

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Additional recipe suggestions:

Creamed brussels sprouts taste great with these recipes:

  • Roast leg of Pork Stuffed with Bacon & Cranberries
  • Slow roast Pork Belly with Crispy Crackling
  • Pork Fillet wrapped in Bacon with Sage
  • Pan-roasted Guinea Fowl with Chicken Jus

If you like this recipe then try some of our other great seasonal sides:

  • Spicy Braised Red Cabbage
  • Savoy Cabbage with Bacon & Apple
  • Potato Pave
  • Easy Boulangere Potatoes
A grey bowl containing creamed brussel sprouts with a wooden tray of pork belly slices in the back as well as a small pinch pot of smoked sea salt.

Creamed Brussels Sprouts

Creamed brussels sprouts, a great vegetable side dish, great any time over the Winter during sprout growing season but particularly over the festive period.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 115kcal
Author: Lesley Garden

Ingredients

  • 800 g brussel sprouts (washed and trimmed)
  • 1 clove of garlic (bruised)
  • 300 ml double cream
  • grated nutmeg
  • salt & pepper

Instructions

  • To prepare the brussels sprouts, wash and trim them and cut a small cross at the base of the stem (this helps them to cook evenly). Place in a large pan of salted boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain them and then slice them finely.
  • Meanwhile place the cream and garlic in a saucepan and heat to a slow boil. Stir frequently to avoid the cream burning. Reduce this mixture by half, remove and discard the garlic.
  • Mix the shredded sprouts into the cream, add a few gratings of nutmeg and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Creamed Brussels Sprouts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 34mg11%
Sodium 26mg1%
Potassium 278mg8%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 870IU17%
Vitamin C 57mg69%
Calcium 44mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

• Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only •

Course : Canape, Starter, Side, Side Dish
Cuisine : British
Keyword : Simple, vegetarian
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  1. Cat | Curly's Cooking

    17 December, 2020 at 17:47

    5 stars
    Oooh these look delicious! I bet they taste even better with your pork belly recipe!

    Reply
    • Lesley

      5 January, 2021 at 11:15

      Thank you Cat, they would indeed work perfectly with our pork belly dish!

      Reply
  2. Jacqui Bellefontaine

    12 December, 2019 at 14:51

    5 stars
    As a lover of sprouts I love the idea of this recipe and will be trying it over the Festive at some point for sure

    Reply
    • Lesley

      12 December, 2019 at 15:26

      Thank you Jacqui, like you I love sprouts and eat them all season. However, I do find this a great alternative for those who are less sure of the humble sprout. Lesley

      Reply

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