Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2 -Pour water into a large saucepan on the stove-top and add salt, to taste. You want enough water to cover the brussels sprouts when you put them in to cook.

Step 3 -Bring the water to a boil. Then add in the brussels sprouts and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 4 -Meanwhile, heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet on the stove-top over medium heat.

Step 5 -Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes. You can cook the bacon for longer, if desired, for crispier bacon pieces.

Step 6 -Add the tender brussels sprouts to the skillet with the bacon and cook for an additional minute. Then remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 7 -In a separate mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the half-and-half, mustard, 1/2 cup of parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 8 -Pour the cream mixture into the skillet with the brussels sprouts and bacon.

Step 9 -Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.

Step 10 -Bake the brussels sprouts until the top is golden and bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 11 -Remove the sprouts from the oven and let them stand for about 2 minutes.

Step 12 -Top with the crushed red pepper and serve warm!