| Baked Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin November 2003 |
|
|
1 Quart Brussels sprouts 2 Tablespoons Butter 1/2 Cup Green onions, chopped 1 Tablespoon Flour 1/2 Slice Bacon 1 1/2 Teaspoons Garlic, chopped 1-1/2 Teaspoons Parsley, chopped 1 Cup Water, reserved from cooking 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/8 Pepper 1/2 Cup Cheddar cheese, grated 2-1/2 Tablespoons Bread crumbs |
|
Preheat oven 325 F. Wash and "x" bottom of brussels sprouts. Place in boiling water, enough to cover. Boil and simmer 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and reserve 1 c hot liquid. Melt butter in small skillet. Add green onions and saute 3 minutes. Stir in flour and cook until flour is dissolved, 3 minutes. Add bacon, garlic and parsley. Cook 3 minutes more. Pour in reserved water. Add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened to consistency of heavy cream Remove bacon from sauce. Place sprouts base down in a buttered casserole. Pour sauce over. Top with grated cheese then breadcrumbs. Bake 30 minutes or until top is browned. |
|
Linda NM |
