Creamy Cauliflower Casserole with Bacon and Cheddar
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Cauliflower Casserole with Bacon and Cheddar! This low-carb side dish combines tender steamed cauliflower with a rich, velvety sauce made from cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of smoked paprika for a subtle kick. Topped with golden, bubbly cheddar and crispy bacon crumbles, this casserole is baked to perfection, offering a delightful balance of creaminess and crunch. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dish. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and savor every cheesy, bacon-filled bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 6 slices bacon
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
Wash and cut the cauliflower into small florets. Steam or boil the cauliflower for 5–7 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Drain well and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the steamed cauliflower to the mixing bowl and gently toss to coat the cauliflower evenly with the creamy mixture.
Transfer the cauliflower mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Scatter the crumbled bacon on top of the cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 136.8 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.6 g | 413% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 4454 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 84.1 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1714 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2609 mg | 56% | |
*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.
