KETO BACON CAULIFLOWER "MAC" 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY

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Keto Bacon Cauliflower

Just because you're on a keto diet doesn't mean you should forsake all comfort food. This super indulgent mac 'n' cheese manages to stay low-carb thanks to one magical ingredient: cauliflower. Add bacon to the mix and you get the perfect dinner.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 strips bacon
4 cups water
1 large head cauliflower
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
4 oz cream cheese
⅓ cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, cook the bacon for 6 minutes, or until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, pat off excess grease with a paper towel, then chop and set aside.
  • Add the water to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
  • While the water heats up, chop the cauliflower into small pieces.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the cauliflower to the boiling water, then cover and cook for 4 minutes, or until slightly tender. Drain the cauliflower and set aside.
  • In the same saucepan, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, remaining teaspoon of salt, the cayenne, and paprika. Stir to combine, then cook for 4 minutes, until smooth and thick.
  • Fold in the cauliflower, then add the cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted, then fold in the bacon.
  • Scoop into serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 5 grams

GAMING WITH VENOM
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I loved this recipe! The cauliflower rice was a great way to get some extra veggies into my diet, and the bacon and cheese sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Baba Ji
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This was a great recipe! The cauliflower rice was a great substitute for pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a low-carb alternative to mac 'n' cheese.


eslam_ adel
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. The cauliflower rice was cooked perfectly, and the bacon and cheese sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a low-carb altern


Samual Smith
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover cauliflower rice. I loved the bacon and cheese sauce, and the cauliflower rice was a great substitute for pasta. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a low-carb alternative


Maylee H
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I loved this recipe! The cauliflower rice was a great way to get some extra veggies into my diet, and the bacon and cheese sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Unruly Shan
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This was a great recipe! The cauliflower rice was a great substitute for pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a low-carb alternative to mac 'n' cheese.


Hiba Elahi
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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. The cauliflower rice was cooked perfectly, and the bacon and cheese sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a low-carb alter


Malik Roman
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This recipe was easy to make, and the results were amazing. The cauliflower rice was perfectly cooked, and the bacon and cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I loved that this recipe was low-carb, and it didn't sacrifice any of the flavor. I will d


Peterson Official
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I made this recipe for my husband, who is on a keto diet. He loved it! He said it was the best keto mac 'n' cheese he had ever had. The cauliflower rice was a great substitute for pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I would


Sandy Ambalgan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower rice. I always have a hard time finding ways to use it up, but this recipe is perfect. The bacon and cheese sauce is so flavorful, and it really masks the taste of the cauliflower. I would def


Haroldspeedioo Martinez13
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and they couldn't believe it was low-carb. The cauliflower rice was the perfect substitute for pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely


uzukvmi
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This was a hit with my family! Even my kids, who are not big fans of cauliflower, loved it. The bacon and cheese sauce is so flavorful, and the cauliflower rice is a great way to get some extra veggies into their diet. I will definitely be making thi


tawos khanafghan
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I was skeptical about cauliflower mac 'n' cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cauliflower rice was a great substitute for pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a lo


Zoe Laxten
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I've tried a lot of keto recipes, and this is one of the best. It's easy to make, and the results are amazing. The cauliflower rice is perfectly cooked, and the bacon and cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Muhammad Abdul Quayum Imran
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This keto bacon cauliflower mac 'n' cheese is a game-changer! The cauliflower rice is a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce is rich and flavorful. I'm definitely adding this to my regular meal rotation.