For the final component of my turkey dinner I wanted something green. I had recently realized that I had not done anything with brussels sprouts so far this season and I had been wanting to do something with them. While searching for brussels sprouts recipes I came across this one for a brussels sprout gratin which sounded really good. How can you go wrong with smothering vegetables in cream and cheese? Even better, the brussels sprouts were roasted first to bring out their flavour. I had been hoping to find a texmex take on brussels sprouts but once I came across the roasted brussels sprouts gratin I just couldn’t get them out of my head and they went into the dinner anyways. The gratin was pretty simple to make and turned out great! The panko bread crumbs and gruyere formed a nice crunchy and cheesy golden brown layer on top and the creamy roasted brussels sprouts underneath were so good!! Despite the fact that the rest of the meal was really good, it was these brussels sprouts that stole the show and I reached for seconds of them before anything else.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts au Gratin
ingredients
- 2 pounds brussels sprouts (trimmed and cut in half)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon butter (melted)
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs (or regular bread crumbs) (gluten free for gluten free)
- 1 cup gruyère cheese (grated)
directions
- Toss the brussels sprouts in the oil, salt and pepper.
- Place the brussels sprouts in a 13 by 9 inch baking pan in a single layer.
- Roast the brussels sprouts in a preheated 425F/220C oven until tender, about 20-30 minutes.
- Pour the cream over the brussels sprouts and continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
- Mix the butter, bread crumbs and cheese and sprinkle on top of the brussels sprouts.
- Broil until golden brown on top, about 3-5 minutes.
VeggieGirl says
December 29, 2008 at 2:13 amBRUSSELS SPROUTS!!!!! Holy yum
Peter M says
December 29, 2008 at 2:22 amGreat approach to bruss. sprouts…I’d be going for seconds too!
Melissa says
December 29, 2008 at 2:46 amHmmmm…we have some Brussels sprouts sitting in the fridge. I might have to try this. 🙂
Sara says
December 29, 2008 at 2:54 amMmmm, this sounds SO GOOD! I’m visiting my parents right now and they are not such huge fans of brussels sprouts, but when I get home I will be sure to try this out!
Bridgett says
December 29, 2008 at 3:44 amThis looks like a great take on brussel sprouts!
Anonymous says
December 29, 2008 at 4:18 amIts a tasty treat for sure..Brussels sprouts are awesome
Anonymous says
December 29, 2008 at 4:21 amI’ve only had brussel sprouts a few times – but definitely like them roasted the best!
Sharon says
December 29, 2008 at 4:54 amNot a big fan of brussels sprouts, but those look tasty!
Angie says
December 29, 2008 at 5:05 amI’m WOW! by that brussels sprouts! Hey, “Have A Happy New Year! Cheers! 🙂
Cheryl says
December 29, 2008 at 5:29 amI love Brussel Sprouts, my husband hates them tho! He just might go for these!
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
December 29, 2008 at 6:49 amI love this veggie and your gratin looks fabulous!
Cheers,
Rosa
Indonesia-Eats says
December 29, 2008 at 6:53 am3 my favourite ingredients are here,
brussels sprouts
panko
gruyère cheese
Mochachocolata Rita says
December 29, 2008 at 8:03 amI love them…but they are super expensive here…hehehe
Happy holidays, Kev!
Anonymous says
December 29, 2008 at 1:43 pmWhen it comes to brussel sprouts, you either love them or hate them. I love them and don’t seem to cook them often enough.
OhioMom says
December 29, 2008 at 3:01 pmOh yeah … brussel sprouts are a fav here, love the cheesy topping 🙂
Eliza28 says
December 29, 2008 at 3:17 pmYour photo looks so much better than the fine cooking one, even daughter said they look good. Happy New Year!
Hayley says
December 29, 2008 at 3:34 pmI love brussels sprouts! I just picked up some pecan panko crumbs and they would go so nicely with the sprouts.
Jessica@Foodmayhem says
December 29, 2008 at 4:36 pmThat sounds dreamy! Gratins are awesome!
Pam says
December 29, 2008 at 5:12 pmI am not a brussel sprouts fan but this dish makes me want to try them again.
Your stuffing down below looks amazing – such great flavors.
Alexa says
December 29, 2008 at 5:58 pmWhat a great way to serve brussel sprouts! Looks delicious…
Anonymous says
December 29, 2008 at 6:44 pmI adore brussel sprouts! This looks amazing and I can’t wait to give it a try!
Corinne says
December 29, 2008 at 7:01 pmNot that I needed help eating brussels sprouts before, but this makes them look even more delicious.. like you said how can you go wrong smothering in cheese ad cream… I bet the pickiest eater might find want to try this.
Bren says
December 29, 2008 at 8:44 pmyum!! i love what you did here. Would make anyone that doesn’t like them, think twice! Hope you had a great Christmas.
Pam says
December 29, 2008 at 8:51 pmThis sounds like the best brussels sprouts recipe ever!
Mrs. L says
December 29, 2008 at 10:08 pmLove brussels sprouts! I’ll have to give this a try.
Anonymous says
December 30, 2008 at 1:11 amI’ve never had brussel sprouts, but smothering them in cream and cheese does sound quite tasty.
giz says
December 30, 2008 at 4:41 amBrussel sprouts seemed to have a really bad rap and now it seems there’s a resurgence – I’d even eat them raw.
Paula says
December 30, 2008 at 6:21 amPerfect timing … I just purchased some brussel sprouts today! YUM!
Mrs Ergül says
December 30, 2008 at 9:11 amI have been wanting to do something with Brussels Sprouts! And I’m waiting for it to appear at my usual grocer!
Jessica says
December 30, 2008 at 9:43 pmmade these last night with some frozen brussel sprouts. very, very tasty! used regular breadcrumbs, too. because thats what we had.
Deborah says
December 30, 2008 at 10:29 pmI have really been into different gratins lately, but haven’t tried one with brussels sprouts. This sounds great!
Jan says
December 31, 2008 at 11:45 pmI love Brussels sprouts and this sounds like a fab way to serve them. Will definitely be giving this one a whirl.
Michelle says
January 3, 2009 at 4:43 pmI love brussels sprouts but I don’t cook them very often…my hubby and kids do not like them. I might have to try this to change their minds…after all it does have cheese and who doesn’t like cheese? Thanks for sharing!
Lisa says
January 3, 2009 at 10:24 pmOh, man—this is for me! Sending to delicious immediately for (near) future use.
Michelle says
January 5, 2009 at 6:18 pmThis recipe looks great! I’ve been looking for innovative recipes featuring brussel sprouts, and I’m looking forward to trying this one.
Thanks for sharing!
Texas cookin' says
February 15, 2009 at 1:15 amWe made this recipe for our Christmas dinner, My wife and I love brussels sprouts sauteed in oil and butter and then steamed a bit. The kids – not so much. EVERYONE raved about this dish. We are getting ready to make it again tonight for our Valentine’s Day dinner and for our 16-year-old son and his girlfriend as well. You definitely oughta try this one!
noritae says
October 1, 2012 at 11:59 pmI made it today. All I can say is:
DAMM ITS GOOD!!