"This recipe blends roasted brussels sprouts with a silky mornay sauce. A panko topping with lemon zest adds crunch and zing...."
INGREDIENTS
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½ cup panko style bread crumbs
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2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
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2 teaspoons minced flat parsley
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2 tsp. lemon zest
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1 1/2 oz. grated gruyere cheese
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1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 tsp. pepper, plus more to taste
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4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
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3 tbsp. olive oil
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1 lb. Brussels sprouts, rinsed, peeled and halved
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6 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
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3 slices bacon, chopped
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1 tbsp. lemon juice
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1 tbsp. unsalted butter
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2 tsp. flour
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 sprigs fresh thyme
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1 oz. grated parmesan