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Brussel Sprout & Maple Bacon Gratin

  • Pork
  • Vegetable
Time35 Minutes Time4-6 TimeEuropean
Brussel Sprout & Maple Bacon Gratin

This gratin takes Brussels sprouts to the next level with smoky maple-glazed bacon, a creamy cheese sauce, and a golden, crunchy breadcrumb topping. It’s the kind of dish that turns simple ingredients into something indulgent and crowd-pleasing — perfect as a festive side or a comforting winter bake. Boxing Day tip: throw in leftover cheeseboard bits and stray veg to clear the fridge.

ingredients

Base

  • 500g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 200g bacon, chopped
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 150g breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

Béchamel / Cheese Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp plain flour
  • 500ml milk
  • 250g grated mature cheddar (or Gruyère for a richer flavour)
  • 1 tbsp Hook Line & Sinker Seasoning

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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a large baking dish.
  2. Cook bacon in a pan until crispy. Stir in maple syrup, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, steam or blanch Brussels sprouts for 5 minutes until just tender, then drain.
  4. For the bechamel sauce: melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk until smooth. Stir in cheese and Angus & Oink’s Hook Line & Sinker seasoning. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine sprouts, bacon, and sauce in the baking dish.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, then mix breadcrumbs with olive oil, and sprinkle over the top.
  7. Bake for a further 5–10 minutes, until the breadcrumbs are golden and the sauce is bubbling.
  8. Serve hot as a main side dish or festive side dish.

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