Cheesy Bacon Cauliflower Casserole
A delicious and creamy casserole featuring cauliflower, cheese, and crispy bacon.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs cauliflower florets cut into bite-size pieces
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese finely shredded
- 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese finely shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 6 slices crispy cooked bacon coarsely chopped
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh chives reserve 1 tablespoon for topping
- Kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Steam the cauliflower until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain well in a colander.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Gently fold in the cauliflower, half of the bacon, and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining bacon. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle the remaining chives on top and serve hot.
Notes
You can add a sprinkle of paprika or red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.