Description
Hearty loaded cauliflower casserole brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table. Creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions combine for a delicious low-carb alternative you’ll crave at every meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) cooked bacon, crumbled
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook cauliflower through steaming or boiling until fork-tender, approximately 8-10 minutes. Thoroughly drain excess water.
- Gently crush cauliflower using a potato masher, creating a textured consistency without completely pulverizing.
- Incorporate creamy elements including sour cream, cream cheese, and heavy cream, blending with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Fold in half the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Carefully transfer the seasoned cauliflower mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and grated Parmesan cheese across the top layer.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the surface turns golden brown and edges become bubbly.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for 2-3 minutes to set.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and serve immediately while warm and creamy.
Notes
- Steam or boil cauliflower precisely to avoid mushiness, ensuring a perfect texture that’s tender yet not waterlogged.
- This dish is an excellent keto-friendly alternative to traditional potato casseroles, providing rich flavors without excess carbohydrates.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar, smoked gouda, or pepper jack to customize the flavor profile.
- Assemble the casserole in advance and refrigerate, then bake just before serving for a convenient meal prep option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg