Brussels Sprouts with White Beans and Pecorino
From the kitchen of CarlyCharred brussels sprouts meet creamy white beans in this simple skillet dish. Garlic and butter meld into the broth, while young pecorino adds sharp, salty bite. Crispy edges, tender centers, pure comfort.
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- Servings
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- Difficulty
- medium
Ingredients
4 servings
- 18 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 12 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed, cut in half lengthwise
- 16 garlic cloves, chopped
- 11 cup low-salt chicken broth
- 11 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), drained
- 12 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
- 11 cup (about 4 ounces) coarsely grated young pecorino (such as a young Pecorino Toscano)
Instructions
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.
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.