Brussels Sprout Gratin with Bacon

• Meat

  • 8 slices Bacon, fully cooked and crumbled

• Produce

  • 1 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts

• Baking & Spices

  • 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 Salt and pepper

• Dairy

  • 3 tbsp Butter, salted
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup White cheddar cheese

• Other

  • 2 cups Skim

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half lengthwise
• 3 tablespoons salted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups skim
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 8 slices bacon, fully cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese

Directions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
• Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Salt the water. Add in all the brussels sprouts and cook for 6-7 minutes, or until they have turned bright green and are slightly soft. Remove the sprouts using a slotted spoon and place in a baking dish sprayed with nonstick spray.
• While the brussels are cooking, make your sauce.
• To make the sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and allow to cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly.
• Whisk in your milk slowly, again whisking constantly until a sauce forms.
• Reduce heat to simmer and allow to cook for 5-6 minutes or until its thick and smooth. Whisk frequently while it cooks.
• Season the salt liberally with salt and pepper to taste, and then stir in the parmesan cheese.
• Sprinkle the bacon crumbles over the brussels in the baking dish, reserving a bit for garnish.
• Pour the white sauce over the brussels, making sure to get in all the nooks and crannies.
• Top with the shredded white cheddar and remaining bacon.
• Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
• Enjoy!