Brussels Sprout Gratin

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds fresh brussels sprouts (tough outer leaves removed)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 4 slices center cut bacon (diced)
• 1 medium shallot (diced)
• kosher salt (to taste)
• freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 2/3 cup heavy cream
• 6 ounces grated sharp white cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400℉ (or 200℃).

2. 2

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, add olive oil to a saute pan along with the bacon and shallots. Cook, stirring occasionally until the bacon is crispy and the shallots are soft with golden edges. Remove off of the heat.

4. 4

   Add in the brussels sprouts to the boiling water and cook for 8 minutes. Drain into a colander set into your sink and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a cutting board, trim the ends ends and slice vertically.

5. 5

   Place the half of the sliced brussels sprouts and half of the bacon and shallots into the baking dish, season with a small pinch or two salt and freshly ground black pepper. Repeat this with the remaining brussels and bacon, shallots, salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Pour the cream over the brussels sprouts and bacon, top with the grated cheese and then with breadcrumbs. Sprinkle with a little dried parsley and freshly ground black pepepr.

7. 7

   Bake on the middle rack of your preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.