Brussels Sprouts Gratin Recipe (2024)

By Alison Roman

Brussels Sprouts Gratin Recipe (1)

Total Time
35 to 45 minutes
Rating
5(1,542)
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The most indulgent way to eat any vegetable is to bathe it in cream and top it with cheese, but few benefit from that treatment as much as brussels sprouts do. Whether or not you decide to top them with crispy bread crumbs (you should), the end result is a decadent, but never too heavy, side dish that could easily become your main course.

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Ingredients

Yield:6 servings

  • pounds brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 2large shallots, peeled and quartered lengthwise
  • 2cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 5tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • cups coarse bread crumbs or panko
  • ¾cup heavy cream
  • 1cup grated Gruyère (about 3 ounces)

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Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

437 calories; 28 grams fat; 11 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 13 grams monounsaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 36 grams carbohydrates; 7 grams dietary fiber; 7 grams sugars; 13 grams protein; 521 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Heat oven to 425 degrees.

  2. Step

    2

    Toss together brussels sprouts, shallots, garlic and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Season with salt and pepper and roast, tossing occasionally until sprouts are bright green and just tender (think al dente), 12 to 15 minutes.

  3. Step

    3

    Meanwhile, combine bread crumbs with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

  4. Step

    4

    Pour cream and scatter Gruyère over sprouts and toss to coat. Continue to roast until cream is reduced by about half and sprouts are beginning to brown, another 12 to 15 minutes.

  5. Step

    5

    Scatter bread crumbs over sprouts and return to oven until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 8 minutes. Let sit 1 to 2 minutes at room temperature before serving.

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Margaux Laskey, Staff Editor

You can complete the recipe through the first sentence of step 4 (pour cream and scatter Gruyere over sprouts and toss to coat. DO NOT return to the oven). Refrigerate. The day-of, allow the dish to sit at room temperature for about a half hour then finish the dish. I hope that helps!

Meg

Can this be made the day before? Or assembled the day before and cooked the day of?

Alex

Very good, and easy with "convection Roast". Needs a little more zing and/or depth: Use strong gruyere. Consider lemon zest. Consider fish sauce instead of salt.

Tashya

I took your suggestions about adding lemon zest, fish sauce instead of salt and strong Swiss Gruyere. OUTSTANDING.

Eric

This was delicious, LOVE brussels sprouts and made a few converts as well! I added 4oz of sauteed pancetta, rendered fat and all, to the sprouts just before roasting. I also used smoked gruyère and added 3oz grated Parmesan. If doing this, don't add any additional salt...

Jamie

I've made this several times for work functions always to rave reviews. I will say that I start by cooking a few strips of bacon and use the rendered bacon fat instead of olive oil (yes, I lead a super-healthy lifestyle). I then crumble the cooked bacon in with the breadcrumbs to give the topping some meaty richness and texture. A+

Christina Shankar

Made this on a whim; had sprouts in the fridge and needed a new way to cook them. This is a gorgeous recipe, loads of flavor. Used a clove or two more garlic than called for, didn't have shallot so used an onion, also didn't have gruyere so used grated Parmesan instead.

Sprinkled a little extra cream since the mixture seemed dry; baked about 5 minutes less than called for, since I halved the recipe, worked out beautifully. I would gladly eat this every single day.

Cameron

I found this recipe somewhat disappointing. It basically tastes no different than a standard green bean casserole. When it comes to Brussels sprouts, I think I'm going to stick with bacon, garlic and just a touch of cheese to finish.

CC

This was good, I did add cooked bacon to the topping, because, everything is better with bacon.

Laurence Kerr

I agree that lemon zest and fish sauce provide welcome zip. I had to use a full cup of cream to have enough liquid to cook down. I cut the shallots and the sprouts smaller, for texture and ease of serving. Finally, use only half the panko.

Clare

This is my family's most requested dish for Thanksgiving. It's wonderfully rich and savory.In order to feed 25, I double the recipe. With the extra volume, I've found I need to do all the roasting on sheet pans rather than in the baking dish. This produces more dishes, but it's well worth it. It's best to give the sprouts plenty of space so they crisp up rather than steam. I then dump the roasted veggies in a baking pan to finish. Perfect every time.Add more garlic or shallots to taste.

Richard Schinella

Delicious, wouldn't change a thing. Was excellent accompaniment to yesterday's turkey.

nch

1 1/2 cups panko is way too much, makes it very dry, next time I will use 2/3 to 1 cup max. Otherwise it is excellent

Amy Rose

One of the best recipes I've ever made—a new necessity!

Judith

Delicious, but I’d suggest decreasing the panko to half or even a third. Next time I’ll try replacing the cream with white Béchamel sauce.

Lisa A

This recipe is a bona fide crowd pleaser! I made a double batch and added slightly more cream- the full pint- for the double recipe. I also sprinkled some pecorino romano in with the gruyere and then on top with the breadcrumb. I used leftover garlic bread as the topping. Absolutely delicious and will be adding to the Rolodex.

Val

A crowd pleaser! Followed the directions except for substituting a sharp cheddar for the Gruyere, and it was a delicious dish that miraculously didn't drown out the flavor of the brussels sprouts but was still creamy and crispy. Had it with a standing rib roast.

Angela

Subbed Edam cheese from Aldi for the Gruyere and it was delicious. Agree with others that 3/4C bread crumbs would be PLENTY. Next time after roasting the brussels/shallots/garlic, I'll transfer to an 8x8 dish and then add the cream, cheese, and breadcrumbs. Otherwise it's a pretty thin layer in a 13x9 pan.

Darin

This recipe is one of my Thanksgiving/ dinner party go-to’s. You can absolutely sub half and half for the cream in a pinch (it may take a bit longer to reduce but the Brussels won’t suffer from the longer time in the oven). This year I substituted a very strong white cheddar for the Gruyère and my family loved it.

Darin

I always use more cream and less bread crumbs than calles for, otherwise it comes out dry

David

Decrease amount of bread crumbs.

Gordon

This is ridiculously good. Guests request it every Thanksgiving.

LoisS

I’m surprised by the 5 stars. I thought this was lacking taste. I’m far from a salt freak, but I just kept adding it.

Martha

I didn't have any cream, so I used evaporated milk. No Gruyere, so I used Parmesan. It came out beautifully! Delicious.

David

Followed the recipe to a "T". The taste of the shallots, tossed raw with the sprouts, overwhelmed the dish, and, to my palette, ruined it. Suggest saute the shallots before combining with the sprouts.

natalie

Add bacon to recipe and reduce amount of bread crumbs.. taste fantastic

Bethesdalady

I added the cream to the hot baking pan…Pyrex…and it exploded in my oven. Later read one should never pour liquid onto food in a very hot pyrex pan. Never again.

Mike

We really enjoyed this. I bumped up the cheese to cream ratio. Delicious on day 2 also.

Darrah

I debated whether to make this because I didn’t have bread crumbs, shallots or Gruyère. Not sure how this dish tastes staying true to the recipe, but boy did it turn out fantastic with the substitutions I made. Used half an onion instead on shallots, one cup of sea salt kettle chip “crumbs” pulsed in a food processor instead of bread crumbs, subbed shredded manchego cheese instead of Gruyère, used truffle-infused olive oil, half the salt, and completely omitted the garlic. Turned out to die for.

diane

Unreal. Divine. I didn’t have shallots so I used a large onion and it was great. I used Comte cheese from France sent to me by a friend. I think great cheese would be important here. It’s a very forgiving recipe (I was a little loose on the timings). I can’t wait to make it again.

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Brussels Sprouts Gratin Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why do my brussel sprouts get mushy in the oven? ›

Moisture is the enemy of crispiness.

There's nothing wrong with soft and chewy Brussels, but if your goal is the type of crispy Brussels that they're serving at your favorite bistro you MUST thoroughly dry the surface of the sprouts before sautéing and/or roasting them. If they are wet they will steam instead of crisp.

Do you need to soak brussel sprouts before cooking? ›

Don't soak sprouts before cooking them, they don't need it. Rinse before cooking, and if you want to store them ready-prepped but them in a reusable bag or container in the fridge.

Are brussel sprouts good for your liver? ›

Cruciferous vegetables

This cruciferous vegetable — along with cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and mustard greens — are good for your liver. They are a source of fiber, which supports liver health. Plus, they contain antioxidants and phytochemicals that may help prevent liver cancer.

Why are my brussel sprouts soggy in the oven? ›

Not using enough oil.

The other secret to ridiculously crispy Brussels sprouts is tossing them in plenty of oil. We like to use olive oil, but plain vegetable oil is great too. If the sprouts are well-coated, they'll caramelize and char instead of simply softening in the oven.

Should you cut brussel sprouts in half before baking? ›

Place the sprouts cut-side down: Trim and halve the sprouts and roast them with their cut side against the baking sheet. The cut side will caramelize beautifully while the outer leaves crisp. Keep the leaves: Don't discard the outer leaves that fall away as you cut the sprouts.

How do you make Brussels sprouts not mushy? ›

The easiest and best way I know is to roast at high temperature. Trim the woody ends off the sprouts, and if they're large, cut in half. Toss in a bowl with salt, pepper, olive oil. Spread out on a sheet pan and put in a 500°F oven for 20 minutes, reaching in with a spoon or spatula to turn them over at least once.

Why won't my brussel sprouts get crispy? ›

Roast the Brussels Sprouts at high heat

If you don't hear them crisping up in the oven, add a little more oil and roast them for a few more minutes until your desire crispiness is achieved!

Why do you soak brussel sprouts in salt water overnight? ›

Not only can soaking make the centers more malleable, but the water that's absorbed into them will create a steaming action, whether you choose to roast, saute, or make your Brussels sprouts in your air fryer. The steam can help to ensure the cooking is even throughout the Brussels sprout.

What does brussel sprouts do for your body? ›

Eating a lot of Brussels sprouts and other cruciferous veggies may help protect against cancers of the stomach, lungs, kidney, breast, bladder, and prostate. Crunchy veggies like Brussels sprouts may also help you stave off other health issues, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, and diabetes.

When should you not eat brussel sprouts? ›

Throw out fresh brussel sprouts that have a foul odor, yellow or wilted leaves, a mushy or slimy texture, or dark spots. Use fresh brussel sprouts within 1–2 weeks of getting them. Store the brussel sprouts in a plastic bag inside your fridge, and wash them before cooking them.

What are the 4 warning signs of a damaged liver? ›

Early symptoms
  • generally feeling unwell and tired all the time.
  • loss of appetite.
  • loss of weight and muscle wasting.
  • feeling sick (nausea) and vomiting.
  • tenderness/pain in the liver area.
  • spider-like small blood capillaries on the skin above waist level (spider angiomas)
  • blotchy red palms.
  • disturbed sleep patterns.

What is the super food for liver? ›

Top foods and drinks for liver health
  • Coffee. A 2021 study analyzed data from 494,585 people in the United Kingdom to learn how different types of coffee might affect the risk of chronic liver disease, including decaffeinated, instant, and ground coffee. ...
  • Oatmeal. ...
  • Green tea. ...
  • Garlic. ...
  • Berries. ...
  • Grapes. ...
  • Grapefruit. ...
  • Prickly pear.

Why do brussel sprouts taste bad sometimes? ›

Because PTC is prevalent in Brussels sprouts, these so-called "Supertasters" perceive them as intensely bitter. This is all connected to a taste-related gene called TAS2R38, which has a variant called AVI and one called PAV.

Why do brussel sprouts smell bad when cooking? ›

Yes, according to the Los Angeles Times, Brussels sprouts inherited another gene that causes them to stink up your kitchen when you cook them. When you cook Brussels sprouts they give off a gas: hydrogen sulfide. And if you are the least bit sensitive to smells, it will make you want to hurl.

What temperature kills brussel sprouts? ›

Although temperatures below 20°F will eventually kill Brussels sprout plants, these vegetables are hardy, and their flavor improves after a light frost. Picking sprouts after frost results in a sweeter and tastier crop of sprouts.

Why are my sprouts soggy? ›

Watering just right is key to preventing mushy Brussels Sprouts leaves. It's like a dance with nature—know the steps. Water thoroughly until it drains from the bottom, then let it be. Overwatering is a no-go; it's the fast track to Soggyville.

How do you keep brussel sprouts from burning in the oven? ›

Don't Overcook. Overcooked Brussels sprouts can burn, so be sure to keep an eye on them and toss them partway through baking. Rotating the pan 180°F halfway through will also help them cook evenly.

Why aren't my brussel sprouts crunchy? ›

The crispy exterior, however, is achieved by preheating the sheet pan itself in a 450° oven. You're essentially treating the baking sheet like a sauté pan, searing an entire side of the brussels sprouts. Without preheating the pan, they'd overcook before they got to the ideal crispy state.

What happens if you cook brussel sprouts too long? ›

For best results, cook sprouts until just tender, never mushy. Overcooking produces the offensive odor associated with Brussels sprouts. It's caused by the release of sulfur-containing compounds. Overcooking also causes them to turn a drab olive green.

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