The Best Brussels Sprouts Ever

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, quartered and thinly sliced
• 3 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3/4 cup whipping cream
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, cheese-finely shredded
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. 2

   Lightly coat a 1 1/2 quart oval baking dish.

3. 3

   In a 12" skillet cook onion and garlic in butter over medium heat for 3 minutes or until softened.

4. 4

   Stir in brussels sprouts and thyme.

5. 5

   Cook for 4 minutes or until onions begin to brown.

6. 6

   Add broth, bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Cook, stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes or until broth is nearly evaporated.

8. 8

   Add whipping cream and nutmeg.

9. 9

   Cook for 4 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken.

10. 10

    Transfer to a prepared baking dish.

11. 11

    Stir in half of the cheese, all of the salt and pepper. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.

12. 12

    Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until brussels sprouts are tender.