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Brussels Sprout and Gruyère Casserole with Bacon
Perfectly baked Brussels sprouts combined with creamy Gruyère and crispy bacon make this casserole an irresistible comfort food.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
Add the Brussels sprouts to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender and golden.
In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, half of the Gruyère cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
In a greased casserole dish, layer the sautéed Brussels sprouts and crispy bacon. Pour the cream mixture over the top.
Sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese and breadcrumbs over the mixture.
Drizzle with olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Kitchen Tools
- Large skillet
- Casserole dish
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Chef's knife
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Yes, you can prepare it a day in advance and refrigerate until you're ready to bake.
Absolutely! Just omit the bacon or use a plant-based bacon alternative.
You can substitute it with any semi-hard cheese, such as Swiss or aged cheddar.
Replace regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.
Yes, you can freeze the casserole. Just make sure to cool it completely before freezing in an airtight container.