Baked brussels sprouts au gratin #2

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1quartBrussels sprouts
2tablespoonsButter
½cupGreen onions, chpd
1tablespoonFlour
½sliceBacon
teaspoonGarlic, chpd
teaspoonParsley, chpd
1cupWater, reserved from cooking
½teaspoonSalt
Pepper
½cupCheddar cheese, grated
tablespoonBread crumbs

Directions

RESTAURANTS OF NEW ORLEANS

Preheat oven 325 F. Wash and "x" bottom of brussels sprouts. Place in boiling water, enough to cover. Boil and simmer 10 mins or until tender. Drain and reserve 1 c hot liquid. Melt butter in sm skillet.

Add green onions and saute 3 mins. Stir in flour and cook until flour is dissolved, 3 mins. Add bacon, garlic and parsley. Cook 3 mins 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 wih grated cheese then breadcrumbs.

Bake 30 mins or until top is browned. Submitted By DAN KLEPACH On 04-28-95