BRUSSELS SPROUTS IN CHEESE SAUCE

BRUSSELS SPROUTS IN CHEESE SAUCE image

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients
1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk, warmed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Place Brussels sprouts in saucepan with enough water to cover. Add juice. Simmer, uncovered, 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Drain. Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan. Stir in flour; cook 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk; cook, whisking, until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg and red pepper flakes. Transfer Brussels sprouts to a 1-quart casserole. Pour sauce over top. Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through.