Description
This Cauliflower Casserole is a delightful dish featuring tender cauliflower smothered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce, topped with crispy bacon and fresh green onions. Ideal for cozy dinners or gatherings, this comfort food is easy to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cauliflower florets (cooked)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 8 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, add garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and parmesan until melted into the sauce.
- In a bowl, combine cooked cauliflower, half cheddar, bacon, and green onions with the sauce.
- Pour into the dish, top with remaining cheddar, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.
Can be made ahead; just bake after refrigerating overnight.
For an extra crunch, top with bread crumbs before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg