Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs 
• 1 pound brussels sprouts 
• 0.5 cup heavy cream 
• 6 servings kosher salt 
• 6 servings pepper freshly ground
• 1 pinch pepper flakes red
• 2 tablespoons butter unsalted plus more for the dish cut into pieces,
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese white grated

Equipment

• oven
• pot
• baking pan

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and butter a 2-quart baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Drain the Brussels sprouts and coarsely chop.
4. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and toss with the red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste, then spread out evenly.
5. Pour the cream on top, sprinkle with the cheese and breadcrumbs and dot with the butter pieces.
6. Bake the gratin until bubbly and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
7. Photograph by Kana Okada