2lbsdaikon radishpeeled and thinly sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
8ozcream cheesesoftened
0.5cupheavy cream
1.5cupsshredded cheddar cheesedivided
0.5cupgrated Parmesan cheese
1tspItalian seasoning
0.5tspsaltor to taste
0.25tspblack pepperfreshly ground
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the ground Italian sausage. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced daikon radish, softened cream cheese, heavy cream, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Add the cooked sausage and onion mixture to the bowl with the daikon. Stir everything together until the daikon slices are evenly coated in the creamy cheese sauce.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the daikon is fork-tender. For a golden-brown top, you can switch to the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows it to set up. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.Chef's Tip: For perfectly uniform daikon slices that cook evenly, use a mandoline slicer. Be sure to use the safety guard.Variations: Feel free to add other low-carb vegetables like sliced mushrooms or chopped bell peppers. You can cook them along with the onion.