Brussels sprouts gratin with bacon

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• Salt and pepper, white
• 1 kg Brussels sprouts, fresh, cleaned
• 250 g bacon cubes
• some butter, soft
• 200 g Emmental cheese, grated
• 200 g crème fraîche
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp, heaped nutmeg, freshly grated
• 100 g almond flakes, optional

Instructions

Working time approx. 1 hour; Cooking/baking time approx. 50 minutes; Total time approx. 1 hour 50 minutes

This is a rustic side dish for a festive meal

This is a rustic side dish for a festive meal, but can also be served with boiled potatoes or mashed potatoes as a main course. Preheat oven to 180ºC. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a little salt. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook over medium-high heat for 20 minutes. Drain and let dry slightly. Mix the cheese, crème fraîche, and eggs in a bowl. Season with salt, white pepper, and nutmeg. Butter a baking dish. Layer the Brussels sprouts, cheese mixture, and bacon, finishing with a nice layer of cheese for gratin. If desired, you can also sprinkle flaked almonds on top. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a nice brown layer of cheese has formed. The gratin can be reheated and will keep in the refrigerator for about 4 days.