Bacon, Leek, and Onion Casserole

Name: Bacon, Leek, and Onion Casserole
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 onion, very thinly sliced into rings; 3 tablespoons salt; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 4 cups vegetable oil; 1 pound bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 leeks (white and pale green parts), trimmed, chopped, and washed very well; 12 extra-large eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups grated Gruyère cheese (12 ounces); 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

December 14, 2011

This layered, all-in-one brunch casserole is great for when you’re serving four or more people because it can be prepped before your guests arrive. It’s an old-time casserole with the added flavor of leeks and some delicious homemade fried onion straws on top.

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