BRUSSELS SPROUTS & CAULIFLOWER GRATIN

Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower Gratin image

I combined two of my favorite vegetables in this creamy gratin to create a family-friendly dish that fits right into your busy schedule. Topped with crunchy Panko bread crumbs and savory Italian cheeses, you'll have this comforting side on the table in under an hour. -Mrs. Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

4 cups fresh cauliflowerets
4 cups fresh brussels sprouts, quartered
4 bacon strips, chopped
1 large sweet onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2/3 cup half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Place cauliflower and brussels sprouts in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving drippings. Saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add the milk, cream, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in cauliflower mixture and bacon. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 15 minutes., Combine bread crumbs and cheese blend. Uncover vegetables; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.