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

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