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Brussel Sprout Casserole

A delicious brussel sprout casserole is packed with flavor thanks to cheese and bacon and crispy topping. It's an amazing, easy recipe and a perfect side dish to make for family dinners or any holiday meal. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 335 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ pound Bacon thick cut, diced
  • 2 pounds Brussel sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350° F and grease a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray (or use an oven-safe skillet in the next step).
  2. In a large skillet, add the bacon pieces and cook over medium heat for about 7-8 minutes until crispy.
  3. With a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pan and place it on a plate lined with a couple of paper towels to soak up excess grease.
  4. Pour the bacon grease into a bowl or glass measuring cup to for sautéing.
  5. Add a tablespoon or 2 of the bacon grease back to the pan and the add the brussel sprouts. Sauté them for about 7-8 minutes until they are just barely beginning to get soft. Then remove them from the pan and place them in a bowl.
  6. Add two tablespoons more tablespoons of bacon grease and the flour to the pan and whisk for a minute to create a roux.
  7. Slowly add in the milk, whisking constantly until no lumps are remaining.
  8. Cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it begins to thickened slightly.
  9. Then remove the pan from the heat and stir in the shredded cheese ,onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper and stir until the cheese has melted.
  10. Add the brussel sprouts and cooked bacon to the cheese mixture and stir to coat completely.
  11. Pour the cheesy brussel sprouts into the prepared baking dish.
  12. In a small bowl, add the breadcrumbs, melted butter and salt and stir until the breadcrumbs are completely coated.
  13. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over top of the brussel sprouts.
  14. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the brussel sprouts are crisp-tender and the topping is golden brown.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven for a few minutes. Remember to always put a cold dish in a cold oven and then turn it on.
  • Swap the sharp cheddar for mozzarella cheese, white cheddar, swiss cheese, Monterey jack cheese or Colby jack, Guyere cheese or pepper Jack cheese. You can also use a blend of a couple of cheeses.
  • Leave out the bacon if desired and use olive oil or butter to saute the vegetables and create the roux
  • Add sautéd mushrooms and onions for extra flavor.
  • Add ¼ cup of parmesan cheese to the panko mixture.
  • For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Drizzle balsamic glaze over top of the finished casserole if you'd like.
  • Use regular or seasoned breadcrumbs, crushed butter crackers like Ritz or even corn flakes if you'd like.
  • Shredding your own cheese off the block is best for melting.
  • Cook everything in a large oven-safe skillet, large cast iron pan or dutch oven and just place that in the oven instead of a casserole dish.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 335kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 50mg (17%) Sodium 595mg (25%) Potassium 588mg (17%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1204IU (24%) Vitamin C 96mg (107%) Calcium 259mg (26%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 335

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 335kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 595mg 25%
Potassium 588mg 13%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1204IU 24%
Vitamin C 96mg 107%
Calcium 259mg 26%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.