Brussels Sprouts with White Beans and Pecorino

A savory side dish combining crispy pan-seared brussels sprouts with creamy cannellini beans, all finished with garlic, butter and sharp pecorino cheese. Perfect blend of textures and flavors that elevates the humble brussels sprout.

6 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds brussels sprouts
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup low-salt chicken broth
  • 1 can cannellini beans
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup pecorino cheese

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. When just about to smoke, add half of brussels sprouts. Cook until brown, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Heat 3 tablespoons oil in same skillet. Add remaining brussels sprouts, reduce heat to medium-high, and cook until brown, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer brussels sprouts to same bowl.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet; increase heat to high. Add garlic; sauté until brown, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Add broth and brussels sprouts. Cook until brussels sprouts are crisp-tender, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes. Add beans and butter; stir until butter melts and broth is reduced to glaze, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cheese.

    5 min