Must Make Thanksgiving Appetizer : Roasted Brussels Sprouts Dip

I can hardly believe Thanksgiving is next week.  I mean I swear this year has flown by. I look back and think we have so much to be thankful for this year most importantly our health, Sterling, a soon to be new baby, the husbands new law firm, our families, and so much more.

We are still hosting Thanksgiving at our house this year- I am crazy I know!   I will most likely have a few days old newborn but I am not really cooking.  So I can just relax and maybe have a big ole glass of wine.  If I was cooking I would so be making this dip.  I made it a few weeks ago and it is off the charts good.  Perfect for Thanksgiving or any occasion! 
Funny thing is I used to hate Brussels Sprouts like they were my least favorite veggie, but now I love them.  Roasting them changed my life, they are so incredible roasted.  So just imagine this creamy dip filled with bacon, Brussels Sprouts, and lots of cheese- its a real winner I promise you!

What is on your Thanksgiving menu? Any favorite appetizers or side dishes?  We are always looking for new recipes to try! I am lucky because Matt likes to cook almost as much as me!

 || R O A S T E D  B R U S S E L S  S P R O U T S  D I P ||

 

ingredients

• 1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, unpeeled
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme, chopped
• 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 3/4 cup mozzarella, shredded
• 1/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano (parmesan), grated
• 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
• salt and pepper to taste
• pita chips or crackers to serve with

directions

1. Toss the brussels sprouts in the olive oil, salt and pepper, spread them out in a single layer on a baking sheet along with the cloves of garlic and roast in a preheated 400F oven until golden brown, about 20-30 minutes, flipping half way through.
2. Squeeze the roasted garlic from the skins, mix everything, place in a baking dish and bake in a preheated 350F oven until lightly golden brown on top and bubbling on the sides, about 15-20 minutes.