Loaded Cauliflower

Tender mashed cauliflower is loaded up with sour cream, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, bacon bits, and ranch.

Loaded Cauliflower

Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Yield: 8 cups Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients

1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup sour cream 4 oz. (110g) full-fat cream cheese 1⁄2 tsp. dried parsley 1⁄2 tsp. granulated garlic 1⁄2 tsp. onion powder 1⁄2 tsp. dried dill 1⁄2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1⁄2 tsp. sea salt 4 oz. (110g) grated sharp cheddar cheese 6 oz. (170g) uncured bacon, diced 1⁄4 cup fresh chives, chopped 1 Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2Place cauliflower florets in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1 inch (2.5cm) water at the bottom of the bowl.

3Cover the bowl and microwave for 3 to 10 minutes, or until cauliflower is very tender. Drain.

4Transfer cauliflower to a food processor. Add heavy cream, sour cream, cream cheese, dried parsley, granulated garlic, onion powder, dried dill, black pepper, and sea salt, and pulse until puréed.

5Transfer mixture to a 9×13inch (23×33cm) ceramic baking dish or Dutch oven and spread evenly in the pan. 6 Cover with sharp cheddar cheese. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cheese is golden and bubbly.

7While cauliflower cooks, heat a medium skillet over medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add bacon and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until crisp. Place bacon on a paper towel to drain.

8Remove cauliflower from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon and chives to serve.

Nutrition per Serving

Fat 81% Protein 12% Net Carb 7% Ratio 1.9:1 Calories 321

Fat 29g

Protein 9g

Total Carbohydrate 8g

Dietary Fiber 2g

Net Carbohydrate 6g