Description
This Cheesy Brussels Sprout Casserole features nutty Brussels sprouts coated in a creamy cheese sauce topped with crunchy fried onions. It’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner. Quick to prepare, it combines irresistible flavor with simple ingredients for a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded gruyère cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups French’s crispy fried onions
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 3-quart casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the onion until translucent. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour, then gradually whisk in the chicken broth. Add the cream and season to taste; cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in the gruyère and parmesan until melted.
- Combine Brussels sprouts with the cheese sauce, then pour into the baking dish and top with fried onions.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure Brussels sprouts are dry after washing to prevent sogginess.
This casserole can be made ahead and baked when ready; simply cover and refrigerate before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg