{"id":982,"date":"2026-01-20T12:37:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T12:37:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=982"},"modified":"2026-01-20T12:37:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T12:37:26","slug":"loaded-cauliflower-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/20\/loaded-cauliflower-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"Loaded Cauliflower Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"

\nLoaded Cauliflower Casserole\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A healthier twist on classic loaded potato casserole\u2014creamy, cheesy, packed with bacon and chives, and absolutely comforting!<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n
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  • 2 lbs cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces<\/li>\n
  • 1 box (8 oz) cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup sour cream<\/li>\n
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp preferred)<\/li>\n
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled<\/li>\n
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon salt (or to taste)<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n
  • \u00bc teaspoon paprika (optional)<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, chopped<\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing dish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/h2>\n
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    1. Preheat oven<\/strong> to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Grease a baking dish with butter.<\/li>\n
    2. Cook the cauliflower:<\/strong>\n
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      • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.<\/li>\n
      • Add cauliflower florets and cook for 8\u201310 minutes until fork-tender.<\/li>\n
      • Drain very well (important to avoid watery casserole).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Make the creamy mixture:<\/strong>\n
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        • In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika until smooth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Combine:<\/strong>\n
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          • Gently fold the cooked cauliflower into the cream cheese mixture.<\/li>\n
          • Stir in 1\u00bd cups of the cheddar cheese and half of the bacon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Assemble:<\/strong>\n
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            • Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.<\/li>\n
            • Top with remaining cheddar cheese and remaining bacon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
            • Bake:<\/strong>\n
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              • Bake uncovered for 20\u201325 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden on top.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • Finish & serve:<\/strong>\n
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                • Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions.<\/li>\n
                • Let rest 5 minutes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Serving Tips<\/h2>\n
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                  • Perfect as a side dish<\/strong> for grilled chicken, steak, or turkey.<\/li>\n
                  • Can also be a low-carb main dish<\/strong><\/li>\n
                  • Add jalape\u00f1os for heat or swap cheddar with Monterey Jack for a milder flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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