Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
from smalltownwoman.com
45 min
12 servings
Keto-friendly loaded Cauliflower Casserole combines steamed cauliflower, cream cheese, sour cream, sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, bacon, and chives.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cauliflower florets cut in bite-size pieces
- 1 box (8 ounces of cream cheese softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese finely shredded
- 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese finely shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 6 slices crispy cooked bacon coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives (reserve one tablespoon for the top)
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- 1
Steam the cauliflower until fork tender; approximately 10 minutes. Drain well in a colander.
- 2
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until creamy and smooth. Gently stir in cauliflower, 1/2 of the bacon, and chives. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Spoon into a casserole dish and top with the remaining bacon. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Top with remaining chives and serve.