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Belgian Stoemp with Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Name: Belgian Stoemp with Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1kg potatoes, peeled and quartered; 2 leeks, thinly sliced; 2 carrots, peeled and diced; 100g butter; 100ml cream; Salt and pepper to taste; 500g Brussels sprouts, halved; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tbsp butter; Fresh parsley, chopped; Lemon zest

Enjoy a comforting Belgian classic, Stoemp, paired with delightful caramelized Brussels sprouts for a delightful side dish or a main course delight.

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 18, 2025

Belgian Stoemp with Caramelized Brussels Sprouts — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Stoemp

For the Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 640 kcal
Protein: 9.8 g
Carbs: 65.4 g
Fat: 40.4 g
Fiber: 9.8 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2559 kcal
Protein: 39.2 g
Carbs: 261.6 g
Fat: 161.7 g
Fiber: 39.2 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1kg potatoes, peeled and quartered	770	18	177	1	13
2 leeks, thinly sliced	110	2	25	0.5	3
2 carrots, peeled and diced	50	1	12	0.2	3
100g butter	720	1	1	81	0
100ml cream	350	3	3	37	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
500g Brussels sprouts, halved	200	14	40	2	20
2 tbsp olive oil	240	0	0	28	0
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar	14	0	3	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 tbsp butter	102	0	0	12	0
Fresh parsley, chopped	2	0.2	0.4	0	0.2
Lemon zest	1	0	0.2	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Stoemp

1
Boil Potatoes
Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes.
2
Sauté Vegetables
In a separate pan, sauté the leeks and carrots in 50g of butter until soft, about 10 minutes.
3
Mash and Combine
Combine the drained potatoes with the remaining butter, cream, and sautéed vegetables; mash until smooth and well mixed. Season with salt and pepper.

Preparing the Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

1
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Caramelize Sprouts
Add the Brussels sprouts, cut side down; cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
3
Add Flavorings
Add balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and butter, tossing to coat, and cook an additional 5 minutes until caramelized.
Tip: Season the sprouts right at the end of caramelization for a perfect balance of flavors.

How to Make Belgian Stoemp with Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Stoemp Cooking
Mash potatoes with leeks and carrots until creamy.
2
Brussels Sprouts
Sauté until golden and caramelized.
3
Final Toss
Combine ingredients right before serving for maximum freshness and flavor contrast.