Roasted Brussels Sprouts on Cheese sauce with Prosciutto crumbs

Crispy roasted Brussels Sprouts served on creamy cheese sauce with prosciutto breadcrumbs is the perfect side dish recipe. 

This is one recipe you HAVE to make over the holidays. The brussels sprouts are crispy, nutty and sweet. The cheese sauce is smooth and creamy and the prosciutto crumbs add all the salty texture. It is a serious showstopper.

Ingredients

Full roasted brussels sprouts recipe can be found in the recipe card below.

• Extra-virgin olive oil.
• Brussels sprouts. 
• Butter. 
• Flour. 
• Milk. 
• Cheese: I used mature/aged cheddar and Parmesan.
• Cayenne pepper. 
• Nutmeg. 
• Salt and black pepper. 
• Ciabatta. Use any bread you have, day-old bread is even better.
• Prosciutto. 
• Rosemary. 

How to make roasted Brussels sprouts

1. Prepare the sprouts: Halve the Brussels sprouts (if they’re very small you can keep them whole) and place onto a large rimmed baking sheet or roasting dish lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. You can add a sprinkle of chilli flakes/red pepper flakes if you want a little extra spice.
2. Roast: Place the pan in the oven and allow to roast for 30-45 minutes, turning the sprouts half-way through to ensure they roast evenly. You want them to caramelize and for the outer leaves to crisp up.
3. Make the cheese sauce and crumbs: Make the cheese sauce according to recipe instructions (alternatively use store-bought cheese sauce if available). To make the crumbs, tear the bread into rough chunks and place on a sheet pan. Drape the prosciutto over the bread and add rosemary. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper then place in the oven. Allow to roast until crisp and golden. Transfer to a food processor and blend until fine.
4. Serve: Swirl the cheese sauce onto a large platter or bowl then top with the roasted brussels sprouts. Scatter over the crumbs and finish with fresh rosemary then serve.

Can I make this ahead?

All the elements can be prepared a day in advance and kept in the fridge. Reheat the brussels sprouts in a hot oven and the cheese sauce in a saucepan over medium heat before serving. Any leftovers can be kept in an airtight container and reheated in a hot oven before serving.

What to serve with roasted brussels sprouts

This easy recipe is the perfect Christmas or Thanksgiving side dish but it is delicious served year round with roasted protein like roast chicken, pork belly or roast beef. My juicy roast turkey recipe and glazed ham are the perfect festive mains.

1. Juicy garlic herb roast turkey
2. Cherry glazed ham
3. Sage orange Christmas chicken

Brussels sprouts recipes

1. Creamy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
2. Braised Brussels sprouts with bacon
3. Mac & Cheese with brussels sprouts and bacon