Cheesy Ham Cauliflower Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Ham Cauliflower Casserole, a rich and creamy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Featuring tender cauliflower florets, savory diced ham, and gooey sharp cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a luscious cream cheese and heavy cream sauce, this low-carb twist on a classic casserole delivers bold flavors in every bite. Topped with a golden, buttery panko-Parmesan crust for irresistible crunch, the dish comes together in under an hour with simple prep and bake times. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve as a satisfying main course or hearty side dish for your family to enjoy.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 6 cups Cauliflower florets
• 2 cups Cooked ham, diced
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.

2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and blanch for 5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well and set aside.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

4. Add the blanched cauliflower, diced ham, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated in the creamy mixture.

5. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

6. In a small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and melted butter. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the casserole.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbling, and the topping is golden brown.

8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (268.4g)

Calories		589
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		43.8 g	56%
	Saturated Fat	26.0 g	130%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		166 mg	55%
Sodium		1629 mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate		15.3 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	2.1 g	8%
	Total Sugars	4.0 g
Protein		31.9 g	64%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		356 mg	27%
Iron		1.6 mg	9%
Potassium		502 mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2358 cal (67.6%%)

Protein: 766 cal (22.0%%)

Carbs: 365 cal (10.5%%)