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Apple Brined Bacon & Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Nathan Michael & Julia Flowers

Servings

8 to 10

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Category

Bacon

The Apple Brined Bacon & Brussels Sprouts Gratin, by Nathan Michaels and Julia Flowers, is a decadent side dish that brings together smoky apple-brined bacon, tender Brussels sprouts, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Finished with a golden, crispy panko topping, it’s the perfect balance of savory, smoky, and creamy flavors. This indulgent gratin is the ideal complement to any holiday feast, adding warmth and comfort to your table.

Apple Brined Bacon & Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Ingredients

  • 5 strips of SRF apple brined uncured bacon, cut into ½ inch chunks

  • 2 lbs of brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced thin

  • ½ cup shallots, sliced thinly

  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced

  • 2 cups of heavy cream

  • 1 cup of parmesan cheese, grated

  • 1 cup of Gruyère cheese, grated

  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg

  • 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme, chopped

  • 1 cup of Panko breadcrumbs

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F

  2. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium low heat cook bacon until golden brown and crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.

  3. To the same pan sauté the shallots until softened for about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  4. Add the Brussels sprouts and stir. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg and thyme.

  5. Pour in the heavy cream and fold in the cheeses until the cheese is starting to melt.

  6. Top with panko and place in the oven for 20 minutes until bubbling and lightly browned on top.