Brussel Sprouts Gratin

I hate to admit it, but I have never tried brussel sprouts.

They just didn't sound that good to me.

 UNTIL my daughter made this dish for Christmas.

 I could have eaten the whole thing myself. I sure have wasted alot of time all these years not eating brussel sprouts. They are delicious in this casserole. So cheesy, with a bit of a crunch from the toasted bread crumbs on top, they are now at the top of my vegetable list!

Brussel Sprouts Gratin

(Food Network Magazine)

2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into pieces

kosher salt

1 lb. brussel sprouts ( she used frozen}

pinch of red pepper flakes

freshly ground pepper

1/2 c. heavy cream

1/2 c. grated white cheddar cheese (she used shredded cheddar}

1/2 c. seasoned bread crumbs

Preheat the oven to 400 and butter a 2 qt. baking dish. Cook the brussel sprouts until tender. Drain and coarsely chop. Toss with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste. Spread in casserole. Pour cream on top and sprinkle with cheese and bread crumbs. Dot with butter. Bake until bubbly and golden, about 15 minutes.