Brussels sprouts and cauliflower are two vegetables that are often overlooked, but when combined in a gratin, they create a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. The gratin is a classic French dish that is made by baking a mixture of vegetables, cheese, and cream. The result is a creamy, cheesy casserole that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Brussels sprouts and cauliflower are both healthy vegetables that are packed with vitamins and minerals. Brussels sprouts are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber, while cauliflower is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. The combination of these two vegetables in a gratin creates a dish that is both delicious and nutritious.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMY BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND CAULIFLOWER GRATIN
This classic holiday comfort food combines cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and an easy, cheesy cream sauce in one delicious dish.
Provided by Tablespoon Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray bottom and sides of 2 1/2- to 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 5- to 6-quart saucepan, cook cauliflower florets in boiling salted water 3 to 4 minutes or until tender but still firm. Use slotted spoon to transfer cauliflower to colander to drain. Add Brussels sprouts to boiling water; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until tender but still firm. Drain.
- In 4-quart saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-low heat. Add flour; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly with whisk. Slowly pour hot milk and hot whipping cream into butter-flour mixture; beat with whisk until smooth. Increase heat, and heat to boiling, beating constantly, 1 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in shredded Gruyère cheese and 1/3 cup of the shredded Parmesan cheese until smooth. Stir in salt, 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper, the garlic powder and nutmeg until combined.
- Add drained cauliflower and Brussels sprouts to sauce. Gently stir to coat. Pour into baking dish. In small microwavable bowl, heat remaining 4 tablespoons butter uncovered on High 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in bread crumbs, remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper to combine. Sprinkle evenly on top.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until top is golden brown and mixture is bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g
BRUSSELS SPROUTS & CAULIFLOWER GRATIN
I combined two of my favorite vegetables in this creamy gratin to create a family-friendly dish that fits right into your busy schedule. Topped with crunchy Panko bread crumbs and savory Italian cheeses, you'll have this comforting side on the table in under an hour. -Mrs. Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Place cauliflower and brussels sprouts in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving drippings. Saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add the milk, cream, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in cauliflower mixture and bacon. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 15 minutes., Combine bread crumbs and cheese blend. Uncover vegetables; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CAULIFLOWER AND BRUSSELS SPROUT GRATIN
My adaptation of a recipe from acozykitchen.com, that was adapted from Ina Garten :) Who cares, its soooo good and perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Provided by Haley K
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add cauliflower, boil 2 minute Add sprouts, boil 4 minutes. Drain the veggies.
- Melt half the butter in a sauce pan. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until it makes a paste. (your making a white sauce here, you've probably figured out.) Slowly pour in milk while stirring. Let it simmer a bit until thickened.
- Now its cheese time! Add your cheeses, nutmeg, salt pepper. Add the cheeses bit by bit, stirring to make sure everything is smooth and melted.
- In a casserole dish, pour enough of the cheese sauce in to cover the bottom. Add in your sprouts and cauliflower. Pour the rest of the sauce on top. Give everything a little mix so the veggies are all covered in cheesy goodness.
- Top with breadcrumbs. Melt other half of butter and pour over breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 375 for about 30 min,.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.3, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 54.7, Sodium 738.3, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.5, Protein 13.8
CAULIFLOWER AND BRUSSELS SPROUT GRATIN WITH PINE NUT-BREADCRUMB TOPPING
Provided by Lora Zarubin
Categories Cheese Side Bake Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian High Fiber Dinner Casserole/Gratin Parmesan Pine Nut Cauliflower Fall Family Reunion Brussels Sprout Christmas Eve Potluck Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Fill large bowl with ice and cold water. Cook brussels sprouts in large pot of generously salted boiling water 2 minutes. Add cauliflower to same pot; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes longer. Drain. Transfer vegetables to bowl of ice water to cool. Drain well.
- Combine cream, shallots, and sage in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer until mixture is reduced to 21/2 cups, about 10 minutes. Season with salt. Remove from heat. Cool slightly.
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs; stir until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl; cool. Stir in pine nuts and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish; arrange half of vegetables in dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then 1 1/2 cups Parmesan. Arrange remaining vegetables evenly over, then sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups Parmesan. Pour cream mixture evenly over. DO AHEAD: Breadcrumb topping and gratin can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Cover gratin with foil. Bake covered 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle breadcrumb topping over and bake uncovered 15 minutes longer.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS GRATIN
A great way to have Brussels sprouts with a little more flair. The cream takes away the bitterness you usually find in Brussels. This is a family favorite during the holidays!
Provided by Creative Caterer
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Brussels Sprouts
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook uncovered until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain in a colander, then immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking process. Once the Brussels sprouts are cold, drain well, and cut in halves or quarters, depending on size. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until limp and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in the Brussels sprouts. Season with salt and pepper then toss for about 1 minutes to evenly distribute the seasonings. Arrange bacon and Brussels sprouts on the prepared baking dish. Pour cream evenly over the Brussels sprouts, then sprinkle breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese on top. Distribute pieces of butter over the bread crumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 69.9 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 625.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS & CAULIFLOWER
My grandkids were never huge fans of cauliflower, but the bacon makes a big difference in this dish. They like it even more with golden cauliflower instead of white. - Patricia Hudson, Riverview, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon. , In a large bowl, mix the garlic, oil, butter, salt, pepper and reserved drippings. Add Brussels sprouts and cauliflower; toss to coat. Transfer to 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans., Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle each pan with 2 tablespoons cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with bacon and, if desired, additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 221mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS AU GRATIN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: unsalted butter, small yellow onion, garlic, all-purpose flour, milk, vegetable stock, shredded gruyère cheese, freshly grated parmesan cheese, kosher salt, olive oil, brussel sprout
Provided by Greg Perez
Categories Sides
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
- In a medium saucepan, melt 1½ tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the remaining 1½ tablespoons of butter and the flour and whisk to combine. Increase the heat to medium and continue cooking for 2 minutes, until the flour is golden brown.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue to whisk until thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Remove the sauce from heat and whisk in the Gruyère and 2 ounces (60g) of Parmesan cheese until completely melted. Season with salt to taste.
- Grease a medium baking dish with olive oil, then add the Brussels sprouts. Pour the sauce over the sprouts and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and browned.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 7 grams
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm vegetables. Brussels sprouts and cauliflower should be deep green in color and free of blemishes. Avoid any vegetables that are wilted or have yellow or brown spots.
- Trim and cut the vegetables evenly. This will help them cook evenly. For Brussels sprouts, trim the ends and cut them in half. For cauliflower, cut the head into florets.
- Blanch the vegetables before baking. This will help them retain their color and nutrients. To blanch the vegetables, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Drain the vegetables and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this dish, so it's important to use a cheese that you like. I recommend using a sharp cheddar cheese, but you can also use Parmesan, Gruyère, or any other type of cheese that you prefer.
- Don't overcook the dish. The vegetables should be tender but still have a little bit of crunch. Bake the dish for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Brussels sprouts and cauliflower gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The combination of roasted vegetables, creamy sauce, and melted cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new vegetable side dish, give Brussels sprouts and cauliflower gratin a try.
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