Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts

These parmesan crusted Brussels sprouts are the perfect side dish. Tender, crispy, and well-seasoned, they're perfect as a pairing for a steak, and are great for the holidays! We paired them with a hot honey mustard dipping sauce for even more flavor.

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If you need to bring one dish to a holiday party this year, here's the one you've been waiting for. We've served these at Thanksgiving and Christmas, and they always get rave reviews. We par-roasted Brussels sprouts, cut them in half, smash them slightly, season them, then place them down on a bed of parmesan. The end result is a tender and delicious sprout that's crusted with a layer of crisp parmesan!

They're super easy to make, they look amazing, and they taste absolutely delicious. They're the perfect holiday side dish!

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• Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts Ingredients
• How to Make this Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts Recipe
• Substitutions and Variations
• What to Serve with Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts
• Equipment
• Storage
• Tips and FAQ
• Place the cheese directly onto the sheet pan.
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Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts Ingredients

For the Brussels Sprouts:

• Brussels sprouts: You'll want to make sure your sprouts are on the larger side, as the bigger they are, the more surface are you'll be able to encrust with parmesan. If you're using smaller Brussels sprouts, then you'll need to use less parmesan and cook the Brussels for a shorter amount of time.
• Olive oil: Brussels sprouts need fat, and the olive oil helps keep the sprouts from drying out.
• Kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, mustard powder, cayenne pepper: This spice blend will add a ton of flavor to the sprouts, so don't skip any component if you can.
• Parmesan cheese: You'll want to grate your own parmesan cheese, as we've found that pre-grated parmesan cheeses don't melt as well as freshly grated cheese, since they usually contain anti-caking agents. We've achieved the best results by using the second-largest grater on the box grater, and then using a knife to cut the cheese into smaller pieces. Also note that the pre-grated artificial parmesan will not work in this recipe.

For Hot Honey Mustard:

• Mayo: This forms the base of the hot honey mustard.
• Dijon mustard: Use dijon instead of yellow mustard for a better flavor and texture.
• Hot sauce: Feel free to use your favorite hot sauce.
• Honey: Honey will add a touch of sweetness and help balance out the dip.

How to Make this Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

STEP 1: Preheat oven to 400˚F. Toss Brussels sprouts in a small amount of olive oil and place on a baking sheet.

STEP 2: Cover with aluminum foil and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through cook time, until fork tender. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

STEP 3: In a small bowl, mix together the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, mustard powder and cayenne.

STEP 4: Trim the ends and then cut the Brussels sprouts in half. Optional: flatten the Brussels sprouts by placing another sheet pan on top and pressing down. Season cut side liberally with seasoning mix.

STEP 5: Place heavy pinch of parmesan down on a sheet pan for each Brussels sprout half, then place them flat side down on the parmesan and press down gently. Sprinkle seasoning on top of each sprout.

STEP 6: Return to oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is crispy. Meanwhile, whisk together all ingredients for the hot honey mustard.

STEP 7: Remove from oven and let cool slightly, then use a spatula to release from the pan. Serve warm with dipping sauce and enjoy!

Substitutions and Variations

• Parmesan - If you don't like parmesan, you can try it with pecorino romano or another cheese, but the cooking time may vary and it might not get as crispy as parmesan.
• Different vegetables - you can really use whatever vegetable you want, including carrots or potatoes. Just note that the par-roast time will be different depending on the type of vegetable and the size.
• Dipping sauce - The dipping sauce is totally optional to make. You can also dip these in ranch, regular hot sauce, or the dipping sauce that you like the best! They're also absolutely delicious plain.

What to Serve with Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts

These are the perfect holiday side dish, and they can be the star vegetable at your holiday dinner. They work really well alongside Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Green Beans and Carrots, or Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots.

Equipment

You'll need a good nonstick sheet pan for this recipe. Be sure to place the cheese directly on top. We use USA Pan sheet pans, and the cheese has never stuck.

You'll also need a thin tool, like a fish turner, to remove the Brussels from the sheet pan.

Storage

We'd recommend eating fresh, but if you want to, you can place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3-5 days.

You can also freeze in an airtight container and enjoy with 3-6 months.

To reheat, place them cheese side down on a sheet pan and cook in a 400˚F oven until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Make Ahead

If you want to make these ahead of time to cut down on cooking, you can par cook the Brussels sprouts (Steps 1 and 2) and then cut them in half and trims the stems off. Store in an airtight container. When it's time to cook, just follow steps 3 to 7 - toss them with seasoning, and cook them on top of the cheese.

Tips and FAQ

More tips

• Grate your own parmesan. Pre-grated parmesan usually has anti-caking agents, which prevent the parmesan from melting evenly. We would also recommend not using the artificial parmesan sold in tubs - it won't work.
• Don't use parchment paper! Place the cheese directly on to the sheet pan. This is the nonstick sheet pan we use.
• If your Brussels sprouts are small, you'll need to use smaller amounts of the listed quantities and use a shorter cook time. For reference, we typically use brussels sprouts that are about an inch in diameter.

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