Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

by Food Network Kitchen

(Cauliflower, Casserole )

Cauliflower just got loaded -- like a baked potato, that is. All the familiar flavors of your favorite stuffed spud are in this cheesy casserole that is low in carbs and high in flavor.

Yield: 6-8 servings
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time:
Total Time: 45 min

Ingredients

6 slices bacon, cut 1/2-inch thick 2 medium heads cauliflower, (3 to 4 pounds total)
     cut into bite-size florets
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups shredded Cheddar
4 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
2/3 cup sour cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Cook the bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
3. Put the cauliflower florets in a 3-quart casserole dish. Toss with the reserved 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast until the florets are soft and begin to brown, about 30 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, mix together the cream cheese and 1 cup of the Cheddar in a medium bowl until well combined. Dollop over the cauliflower, then sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup Cheddar and bake until the cauliflower is tender when poked with a knife and the Cheddar is melted and bubbly, 5 to 7 minutes more.
5. Dollop the sour cream evenly over the casserole and sprinkle with the scallions and reserved bacon pieces.

Nutrition

Calories: 353		Total Fat: 29g	Saturated Fat: 15g	Carbohydrates: 11g
Dietary Fiber: 3g	Sugar: 5g	Protein: 14g	Cholesterol: 75mg	Sodium: 270mg