Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Brussels Sprouts Gratin, a delightful side dish perfect for any occasion. Tender Brussels sprouts bathed in a luscious cheese sauce, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust – it’s a true comfort food that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Brussels Sprouts:
- 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Roast Brussels sprouts: Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes until golden.
- Make cheese sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, add flour, milk, and cream. Whisk until thickened. Stir in mustard, nutmeg, and half of Gruyère.
- Assemble gratin: Place roasted Brussels sprouts in a baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over them. Top with remaining Gruyère, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a crispier top, broil the gratin for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese or sharp white cheddar if Gruyère isn’t available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
