Easy Brussels Sprouts Casserole Recipe
Elevate the flavor of this humble vegetable by baking it in a creamy sauce flavored with smoky bacon and luxurious Gruyere cheese.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 4 slices smoked bacon
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 shallots minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 lb brussels sprouts cut in half
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer to a plate, crumble, and set aside.
- Add two tablespoons of butter to the skillet and saute the minced shallots and garlic for 30 seconds.
- Mix in the brussels sprouts and cook until tender, about 10 mins.
- Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, cayenne, and mustard powder. Cook until slightly thick, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a baking dish, and sprinkle the bacon and shredded cheeses evenly on top. Bake for 15 to 20 mins or until the cheeses are melted and slightly brown.
Notes
- For best results, shred your own cheeses. Avoid buying pre-shredded cheese. It does not melt the same as freshly shredded cheese.
- Be careful when adding salt. Remember the casserole will bake and lose some moisture enhancing the salty flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 25g