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This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It's a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes.

Are you still looking for keto and low carb cauliflower recipe ideas? Give this Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower or Deviled Egg Cauliflower Salad a try!

This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It's a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes #keto #lchf #lowcarb #glutenfree #cauliflower #cheese #casserole #recipe | bobbiskozykitchen.com
This recipe originally appeared on Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen in Feb 2018 but has been updated as a Keto Friendly recipe.
This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It's a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes #keto #lchf #lowcarb #glutenfree #cauliflower #cheese #casserole #recipe | bobbiskozykitchen.com
 
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Are you ready for some good ol' fill-your-belly cheesy yummy comfort food?
 
Yes, I am telling you that this Loaded Cauliflower Casserole is straight-up comfort food. Scouts honor!
 
This recipe came to be because it has been SO damn cold here in the PNW.
 
Like teeth chattering, finger-numbing, makes your nose run, COLLLLLLLD!!
 
Every morning I take Hawk out to do his business I am crunching through the grass. Frozen grass! Bbrrrrrrr
 
What is funny is that if it would snow here it would actually be warmer! Weird right? It took me a hot second to understand that concept. I mean, coming from So Cal, this girl was just used to if it is 95 it is hot and, if it is 65, it is cold.
 
Simple, plain, easy.
 
Then I moved to Western Washington and would hear things like "It is too cold to snow". ?
 
That has this beach girl completely baffled. #blondmoment
 
Then I had someone sit down and explain it to me and I was like "Oooooooh I get it now".
 
OK, I am a little slow, but I get there.
 
This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It's a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes #keto #lchf #lowcarb #glutenfree #cauliflower #cheese #casserole #recipe | bobbiskozykitchen.com

INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE LOADED CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE

Detailed measurements and instructions can be found on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page.
 

INGREDIENTS

  • Cauliflower
  • Pink salt
  • Butter
  • Heavy cream
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Bacon
  • Green onions
  • Black pepper
  • Onion powder
  • Chives
This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It's a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes #keto #lchf #lowcarb #glutenfree #cauliflower #cheese #casserole #recipe | bobbiskozykitchen.com

HOW TO MAKE LOADED CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook cauliflower until tender, 5 minutes. Drain well.

STEP 2

In a large saucepot, over medium heat, melt butter. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

STEP 3

Add heavy cream and bring to a low simmer. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese and the onion powder, whisking until combined and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

STEP 4

Add drained cauliflower and all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon to the pot and stir until combined. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.

STEP 5

Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is nice and bubbly.

STEP 6

Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.

This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It's a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes #keto #lchf #lowcarb #glutenfree #cauliflower #cheese #casserole #recipe | bobbiskozykitchen.com
 
Anywho, let's get back to this fantabulous cheesiness.
 
When it is uber cold like this, my body screams for comfort food which in the past meant something cheesy, creamy, and carb loaded.
 
So this is kinda what happens when a healthy side of cauliflower meets mac and cheese and they have a delicious baby. A baby that, after one bite, you want to hide in the corner with and not share with a single soul, EVAH!
 
I have images of the seagulls from Finding Nemo in my head right now.
 
But, once you give this a taste, you will 100% understand what I am saying.
 
This recipe is perfect for 8 people as a side.
 
If you want it as a meatless Monday kind of thing it would be perfect for 4 people, sans bacon of course.
 
? Did I just say to leave the bacon out???
 
Is bacon really meat though? I mean, I think of it more like a seasoning.
 
It just brings more flavahhhh. #kiddingnotkidding
 
Yes, by all means, leave out the bacon if you want a complete veggie version BUT maybe add more veggies like tomatoes, and avocado or spice it up with some jalapeno?
 
Me? I was just going for a potato skin + mac and cheese kind of thing and I hit that nail right on the head.
 
Honestly though? I am kind of obsessed with cauliflower right now and Kevin is all on board with that, so I have been crankin' out a ton of ways to serve it.
 
So, keep an eye out for my next recipe.
 
Bonus for my keto peeps, there are only 6 net carbs per serving!
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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole recipe is Keto friendly, and gluten-free, with tender cauliflower, bacon, and cheese. It’s a family favorite alternative to loaded baked potatoes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 438 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
  • pink salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
  • 4 green onions chopped
  • cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon organic onion powder
  • fresh chives chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook cauliflower until tender, 5 minutes.
  • Drain well.
  • In a large saucepot, over medium heat, melt butter. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add heavy cream and bring to a low simmer. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese and the onion powder, whisking until combined and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add drained cauliflower and all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon to the pot and stir until combined. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
  • Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is nice and bubbly.
  • Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs will not be included as it has a glycemic index of 0 (meaning it does not spike blood sugar) and it’s not metabolized. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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Most of my recipes are low-carb (or keto) and gluten-free, but some are not. Please verify that a recipe fits your needs before using it. Recommended and linked products are not guaranteed to be gluten-free. Recipes may contain errors, so please use your common sense when following them. Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs will not be included as it has a glycemic index of 0 (meaning it does not spike blood sugar) and it’s not metabolized. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

Nutrition

Calories: 438kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 16gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 448mgPotassium: 559mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1108IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 335mgIron: 1mg
Keyword 10 ingredients or less, bacon, cauliflower, cheese, easy recipes, freezer friendly, gluten-free, Keto, keto recipes, kid friendly, Low Carb, make ahead, side dish
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  1. divaj

    This recipe looks yummy. I haven't had cauliflower in a while so I'd try it

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  2. Erin Kay

    That looks and sounds so delicious! Pinning this 🙂

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  3. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations

    This recipe really does look delicious. I haven't had Cauliflower in such a long time but this looks like an amazing way to enjoy it. Yummy!

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  4. April Stephens

    This looks delicious! Cauliflower is such a versatile food.

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  5. Gloria | Homemade & Yummy

    First....YES too cold to snow!! Living in Canada I know all about it. Come on SUMMER!!! Next, we totally love cauliflower. This looks delicious, and would be a great side to many meals. I would just eat this all by itself. YUM!!

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  6. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    Oh I hope you do, it is SO good!

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  7. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    I have been eating it for lunch the last few days ?

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  8. April

    I love the sound of this! It's looks and sounds delish but what I really love about this recipe is that it's unique!

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  9. Sela

    Wow this look so tasty. We tend to forget about cauliflower and loaded cauliflower you can't go wrong. I will try making this real soon. Thanks!

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  10. Sarah Camille

    I love cauliflower but have not yet made a casserole with it. I'll have to try this one out - it sounds delicious!! 🙂

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  11. sproutingzen

    Cauliflower is one of my favorite vegetables to work with. This recipe looks and sounds so yummm! Thanks for the recipe.

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  12. Kiwi

    Wow this is amazing! I love eating cauliflower in new ways this is different.

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  13. Lourie

    I love this so so much - we've always got extra cauliflower and I never know what to do with it. Going to try making this next time - portions for one.

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  14. [email protected]

    I love veggies casseroles and make one every week, yours look so delicious, we love cauliflower in my household, I would definitely add bacon for the flavahhh LOL! So good!

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  15. Kelly Hutchinson

    My daughter has a sudden obsession with cauliflower! I have been looking for some recipes the whole family will enjoy. This casserole looks perfect for us!

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  16. Unknown

    My gosh, this looks amazing. Anything with cheese and bacon wins my heart automatically.

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  17. Jennifer L.

    Omg how heavenly does that casserole look! I I could see this dish being perfect as a side dish for a holiday dinner or even as the main dish with a side salad. yummy!

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  18. Lavanda Michelle

    I need to use more cauliflower in my dishes. This looks super good. Thanks for sharing!

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  19. Unknown

    Man that really is 100% comfort food. It looks absolutely amazing. I would definitely make it with the bacon.

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  20. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    Oh yes, ya gotta add the bacon ?

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  21. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    I have several here and will be posting another one in the next week ?

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  22. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    I know right??? How can you go wrong?

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  23. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    OH yes, yes, YES!! I like the way your mind works!

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  24. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    You know I even ate this cold the next day because I couldn't wait for the oven to heat up ?

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  25. Georgia Boanoro

    I think your recipe is awesome! I will definitely try it since I love cauliflower and I think it's a lighter and healthier alternative to potatoes!

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  26. Christine Castaneda

    This looks delicious Bobbi!

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