Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 Servings
Source: Food Network Magazine, November 2010
Category: Vegetable

Ingredients
2 tablespoons Butter (cut into pieces)
1 pound Brussels Sprouts (outer leaves and stems removed)
1⁄2 cup Heavy Cream
1⁄2 cup White Cheddar Cheese
  pinch Red Pepper Flakes
  dash Salt
  dash Ground Black Pepper
1⁄2 cup Breadcrumbs

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and butter a 2-quart baking dish. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the brussels sprouts and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Drain the brussels sprouts and coarsely chop. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and toss with the red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste, then spread out evenly. Pour the cream on top, sprinkle with the cheese and breadcrumbs and dot with the butter pieces.
  3. Bake the gratin until bubbly and golden brown, about 15 minutes.