LOW-CARB LOADED BAKED CAULIFLOWER

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Need a low-carb side dish? Well, this is a fantastic cauliflower one. It's super hearty and creamy. The cheese sauce and bacon bits really do make this taste like a baked potato casserole. Crushed pork rinds on top cook until golden and adds nice texture. When hot out of the oven the cheese sauce is a little thin but thickens as...

Provided by Rhonda White

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 head of cauliflower, washed and cut into florets
1 Tbsp butter
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1 tsp tangy Dijon mustard
2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1 c heavy whipping cream
1/2 jar(s) Hormel real 50% less fat bacon bits (or pieces)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3/4 c (more or less, to taste) finely crushed pork skins (pork rinds)
1 green onion, sliced, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

1. Steam cauliflower florets in about 1/2 inch of water in a covered dish in the microwave about 6 minutes or until slightly tender. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. While cauliflower steams, melt butter over medium heat in a heavy-bottomed 2-quart saucepot. Lightly saute onion for 1-2 minutes, until soft.
3. Slowly pour in 1 cup heavy whipping cream.
4. Add Dijon mustard, stirring the mixture well. Reduce heat if necessary to prevent scorching.
5. Stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar, stirring until melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
6. Stir in bacon pieces, salt, and pepper.
7. Drain cauliflower. Add cauliflower and stir to coat.
8. Pour into a buttered or olive-oil coated 2-quart casserole dish.
9. Dust the top with crushed pork rinds. (No need to butter the pork rinds as their natural oils will brown and crisp them nicely.)
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until bubbly. If the top begins to over-brown, you may cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
11. If desired, garnish with chopped scallions (green onions). Serve hot.

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Miracle Nwadike

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.

Charlie chambers

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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.

Hera Siyani

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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the sauce is delicious.

Tyler Nicholls

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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The sauce is cheesy and flavorful and the cauliflower is roasted to perfection.

Aether Technologies

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This is a great recipe for a low-carb meal. The cauliflower is a great substitute for potatoes and the sauce is full of flavor.

Wajahat Khattak

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I love this recipe! It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. The cauliflower is hidden in the sauce and they don't even notice.

MH Khan

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5/5 stars! This recipe is easy to follow and the results are incredible. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the sauce is rich and creamy.

gracie Rooney

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This recipe is a game-changer! I've never been a fan of cauliflower, but this dish has changed my mind. The cauliflower is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for.

Pranto Ahmed

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I made this last night and it was amazing! The cauliflower was so flavorful and the sauce was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.