Description
This Sausage and Brussels Sprouts Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines savory Italian sausage with tender Brussels sprouts, creamy cheeses, and a hint of spice. Perfect for a cozy dinner or holiday gathering!
Ingredients
Italian Sausage:
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casing removed;
Brussels Sprouts:
1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved;
Onion Mixture:
1 small yellow onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional);
Cheese and Cream:
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Sausage: Brown and cook sausage in a skillet, then set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, cook onion, Brussels sprouts, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Prepare Mixture: Whisk eggs and cream. Combine sausage, Brussels sprouts mixture, Parmesan, and half of the mozzarella in the baking dish. Pour egg mixture over and toss gently. Top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until set and golden. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be a main dish or a side.
- For a lighter version, use turkey sausage and half-and-half.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
