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Bacon-Cheddar Baked Brussels Sprouts

A phenomenal bacon-cheddar baked Brussels sprouts recipe made from real food ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. Brussels sprouts
  • 3 strips bacon
  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 1/4 c. onion minced
  • 3 tbsp. flour (unbleached or navy bean)
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 c. chicken stock
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1 c. cheddar shredded
  • 2 tbsp. Romano cheese
  • 2 tbsp. bread crumbs

Instructions
 

  • Place the Brussels sprouts in a saucepan with a bit of water and a lid.  Turn them on low-medium heat and steam them until tender.  Meanwhile, prepare your sauce.
  • Cook the bacon in a frying pan over medium-high heat, until it’s nearly done.  Add the onion and saute until soft, then remove the bacon strips and set them aside.
  • Add the butter to the pan, then the flour. Cook for 2 – 3 minutes over medium heat, until the roux is smooth.  Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the chicken stock and milk, and cook while stirring constantly until smooth.
  • Add the Brussels sprouts (which should now be done) to an 8×8 casserole dish.  Pour the sauce over them, then sprinkle on the cheddar.  Crumble the bacon over all of it.  Stir to combine.
  • Top the Brussels sprouts with breadcrumbs and Romano cheese.  Cover with foil (it won’t touch the food) and bake for 30 minutes.  Remove the foil and bake for 10 – 15 minutes longer, until edges are golden brown.  Serve.