Creamy Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Brussels sprout comfort food. :)

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb frozen Brussels sprouts (or fresh Brussels sprouts)
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped  white onion
• 1  tablespoon flour
• 1⁄2 cup  sliced mushrooms
• 1⁄2 cup half-and-half cream
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1⁄4-1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon thyme
• 1⁄4 teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄3 cup  shredded swiss cheese
• 1⁄3 cup  shredded cheddar cheese
• 1  tablespoon butter, melted
• 1⁄4 cup  soft breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. If there are very large sprouts, cut them in half lengthwise. Cook frozen sprouts according to package
3. directions; drain. (If using fresh, cook them until fork-tender; drain). Place drained sprouts in a lightly greased or sprayed shallow casserole dish.
4. In a small saucepan, over med heat, melt 1 tbsp butter and saute the onion in the butter about 2 minutes. Stir in flour until smooth. Add sliced mushrooms.
5. Add cream, milk, salt, pepper, thyme and paprika and stir until heated.
6. Reduce heat to med-low and stir in the cheeses. Stir frequently until cheeses are melted. Pour this over brussels sprouts in the casserole dish.
7. In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp melted butter and breadcrumbs; sprinkle evenly over top.
8. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly on top.