Fresh breadcrumbs are very different from the canister variety; they ensure a crisp, rather than sandy, topping. To make fresh crumbs, simply process crustless chunks of French bread in a food processor until ground.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 10 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; sauté until juices have cooked away, about 10 minutes. Transfer mushrooms to large bowl.
Step 2
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; sauté until brown and tender but still holding shape, about 6 minutes. Add to bowl with mushrooms. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet over medium heat. Add brussels sprouts; sauté until browned, about 10 minutes. Add 1/2 cup broth to skillet. Cover and simmer until brussels sprouts are tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Uncover and cook until liquid evaporates, about 1 minute. Add to bowl with mushrooms.
Step 3
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and thyme; sauté 1 minute. Add flour and stir 1 minute. Gradually add remaining 2 cups broth and cream and bring to boil, whisking often. Boil until reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 8 minutes. Mix sauce into vegetables in bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer vegetables to prepared dish. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.)
Step 4
Preheat oven to 375°F. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in small saucepan. Mix in breadcrumbs and cheese. Sprinkle crumb mixture over vegetables. Bake uncovered until vegetables are heated through and topping is golden, about 35 minutes.
