Baked Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin

Source: iChef

Yield: 6 servings

1 qt Brussels sprouts
2 tbsp Butter
1/2 c Green onions, chopped
1 tbsp Flour
1/2 slice Bacon
1 1/2 tsp Garlic, chopped
1 1/2 tsp Parsley, chopped
1 cup Water, reserved from cooking
1/2 tsp Salt
1/8 Pepper
1/2 c Cheddar cheese, grated
2 1/2 tbsp Bread crumbs

Preheat oven 325 F. Wash and "x" bottom of brussel 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 sauté 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.