CHEESY LOW-CARB CAULIFLOWER BAKE

Cheesy Low-Carb Cauliflower Bake image

Cheesy, creamy and full of flavor, this loaded cauliflower mash is a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C and is also high in fiber to help with satiety. Topped with bacon and cheese, this makes a perfect side dish to any meal.

Provided by Jo SB

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 (794 g) cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons 2% low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 sliced reduced-sodium bacon, cooked, chopped and divided
2 green onions, chopped and divided

Steps:

Preheat oven to 150°C.
Cook cauliflower florets in boiling water to cover for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain well. Return cauliflower to pot. Add butter, and mash to desired texture. Stir in sour cream, milk, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, half of the bacon and 1 green onion.
Spoon mixture into a 1 1/2-quart baking dish lightly coated with cooking spray. Bake for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bacon. Bake another 5 minutes. Remove from oven, and sprinkle with remaining green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1599.2, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 2216.1, Carbohydrate 281.8, Fiber 112.8, Sugar 108.2, Protein 116