Do you need to a little extra help to convince your family to eat their veggies? I hear you! And I’d suggest this low carb keto brussels sprouts recipe. Cheese, bacon, and packed with vegetables? This brussels sprout casserole with bacon fits the bill even for picky eaters. We’re topping roasted brussels sprouts (already yummy!) with a cheesy sauce with bacon… and if anyone needed convincing, they won’t after trying this! When I’m in a hurry on a weeknight, roasted vegetables are unquestionably my go-to side dish. Simple roasted vegetables with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper are a classic, but sometimes you need a little variety. And my cheesy brussels sprout casserole with bacon will do the trick. Despite the sometimes controversial brussels sprouts, this keto brussels sprouts recipe with bacon and cheese works really well as a crowd-pleasing side. The secret is the cheesy sauce… it’s like a brussels sprouts au gratin! I use a similar sauce in my cheesy zucchini casserole and my cauliflower mac and cheese recipe, and even posted it as a standalone keto cheese sauce (use it for dipping!). This cheesy brussels sprouts casserole recipe was originally published on January 9, 2016, and was republished in March 2020 to add more detailed photos and tips. If you’re curious, here is one of the original photos:
How To Make A Brussels Sprout Casserole
Let’s get to this keto brussels sprouts casserole! Will you believe me when I tell you that it takes just 10 minutes to prep?! It’s true! Here’s how to make brussels sprout casserole with bacon:
Roast brussels sprouts. Toss the brussels sprouts with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and roast until edges are brown and crispy.
TIP: Be sure the sprouts are spread out in a single layer on the pan, otherwise they won’t brown well.
Make cheese sauce base. Melt butter, then mix in almond milk and heavy cream. Heat until hot. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, until melted.
TIP: It will be somewhat runny, which is okay. It will absorb into the sprouts and thicken more as it bakes and then cools a bit before eating.
Assemble the low carb brussels sprouts casserole. Transfer the brussels sprouts to a stoneware dish. Pour cheese sauce over brussels sprouts and top with more cheese, and of course, bacon!
TIP: You can make bacon in the oven and chop or crumble it, or use store bought bacon bits if you want to save time. Either way, just make sure the bacon is cooked.
Bake. Since everything is already cooked, this is just long enough to heat and melt the cheese.
Are Brussels Sprouts Low Carb?
Yes, brussels sprouts are a low carb vegetable. (Get the full list of keto veggies in the low carb food list here.) Each cup serving has 5 grams net carbs. This keto friendly brussels sprouts recipe has just 6 grams net carbs.
How To Store Cheesy Brussels Sprouts
Store this keto brussels sprouts au gratin with bacon in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or a 350 degree F oven.
Can You Freeze Brussels Sprout Casserole?
Yes, you can freeze brussels sprouts casserole recipes in a freezer safe container for 2-3 months. You can bake right from frozen to reheat, or thaw first overnight so that it heats faster. TIP: Since the sauce contains dairy, give it a good stir after freezing and reheating to improve texture.
Keto Dinners To Serve With Keto Brussel Sprouts & Bacon
While this casserole is hearty and filling, it does need a keto main dish to go along with it. Cook up your favorite chicken, steak, or seafood – or try one of these recipes:
Crispy Chicken Drumsticks – An easy main that’s oh-so-satisfying. Everyone loves chicken drumsticks! Smothered Pork Chops – This is the ultimate comfort food meal, these pork chops are nice enough for entertaining. Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf – Meatloaf and veggies. It’s all you need. Pan Seared Halibut – This lighter dish has plenty of flavor to stand up to the keto brussels sprouts with bacon. Slow Cooker Turkey Breast – Utilize the slow cooker to make dinner nice and easy! The turkey will cook while you prep the keto brussels sprouts recipe.
More Keto Brussels Sprout Recipes
Roasted Frozen Brussels Sprouts – Did you know you can roast frozen sprouts? Here’s how. Roasted Shredded Brussels Sprouts – A twist on the usual method of just roasting halves. Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots – For the most minimal prep time, you can roast them whole instead. Carrots are not very low carb, but my kids enjoy them. Shredded Kale Brussels Sprout Salad – My favorite way to enjoy raw sprouts. Plus, this salad stores very well. Crispy Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts – The same great combo of sprouts and bacon, made super crispy on the stove top.
Paring Knife – Trimming the brussels for this keto brussels sprouts recipe is a must, and this knife makes it easy. Nonstick Sheet Pan – This is my favorite set of pans. Nonstick (for real!) and cleans up super easy. Roasting keto brussel sprouts with bacon has never been easier. Ceramic Baker – Take your brussel sprouts from oven to table with these bakers.
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