"You never thought you'd see the day! The day when you were actually excited about eating some greens. Well, that's the kind of magic the holidays bring! Get in those veggies as you load up your plate with this Ultimate Brussels Sprouts Casserole! It features those perfectly tender Brussels sprouts, but don't worry. There's plenty of melty cheese and crispy bacon to cover up the fact you're eating something kind of healthy. Nothing beats the crunchy panko topping to really give the Ultimate Brussels Sprouts Casserol..."
INGREDIENTS
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***For the casserole:***
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6 slices bacon, chopped
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2 pounds Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed, halved
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1/2 yellow onion, chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, divided
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
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***For the panko topping:***
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1/2 cup panko
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper