Brussels Sprouts in Cheese Sauce
Source of Recipe
Family Circle - Nov 17 1998
Recipe Introduction
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
List of Ingredients
1 pound Brussel sprouts, trimmed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk, warmed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
pinch cayenneRecipe
Heat oven to 350F. Place Brussels sprouts in saucepan and cover with water. Add lemon juice and simmer, uncovered, until tender--about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan. Stir in flour and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk. Continue whisking while cooking about 2 minutes until sauce thickens. Stir in cheese and seasonings.
Transfer Brussels sprouts to a 1-quart casserole and pour sauce over the top. Bake in 350F oven for 20 minutes or until heated through.
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