- Cook cauliflower until very soft.
- Drain well to prevent watery mash.
- Blend or mash until creamy.
- Bake just until the cheese melts.
Loaded Cauliflower Bake
Creamy loaded cauliflower bake with bacon, garlic, and cheese. An easy low-carb comfort food side dish that tastes like loaded mashed potatoes.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower (about 6 cups) chopped in florets
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup milk dairy-free or regular milk
- 1 tablespoon grass-fed butter
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- fresh chives chopped
- ¼ cup shredded cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the cauliflower florets for 15–20 minutes, or until very soft. Drain well and return the cauliflower to the pot.
- While the cauliflower cooks, fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a plate, let cool slightly, then crumble.
- Mash the cooked cauliflower with a potato masher or hand blender until mostly smooth.
- Add the minced garlic, almond milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy, then stir in a small handful of chopped chives.
- Spread the cauliflower mash into an 8×8-inch casserole dish. Top with the crumbled bacon and shredded cheese, if using.
- Bake for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with more fresh chives, and serve warm.
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Nutrition
Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 191IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 1mg
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