Keto Loaded Cauliflower Mac-n-Cheese
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 1 Head Cauliflower, cut into florets 🥦
- 1 Cup Cheddar cheese, shredded 🧀
- 1/2 Cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded 🧀
- 1/2 Cup Heavy cream 🥛
- 3 oz Cream cheese 🥛
- 8 Slices Bacon, cooked & crumbled 🥓
- 2 Tbsp Green onions, chopped 🧅
- Salt & Pepper to taste 🧂🖤
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Veg: Boil your cauliflower florets until they are tender, then drain them well. 🥦⏲️
- The Cheesy Base: In a skillet over low heat, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, cheddar, and mozzarella. Stir constantly until the sauce is perfectly smooth and molten! 🥣🌪️🧀
- The Load-In: Add the cooked cauliflower and half of your crispy bacon bits into the cheese sauce. Mix well so every floret is coated! 🥄🥓🤝
- Transfer & Top: Move the mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining bacon and a little extra cheese over the top for that perfect golden crust. 🥘💎🥓
- Bake to Perfection: Bake at 375°F for 15–20 minutes. ⏲️📈🔥
- Garnish & Serve: Top with fresh green onions and serve hot while the cheese is still stretchy! 🍽️😋✨
🔥 Pro Tips:
- The “Dry” Secret: Make sure to pat your boiled cauliflower dry with a paper towel before adding it to the sauce. This prevents the cheese sauce from becoming watery! 🥦🛡️💎
- The “Crunch” Hack: If you want a bit of extra texture, add a sprinkle of crushed pork rinds on top before baking for a keto-friendly “breadcrumb” crunch! 🥓🎯✨
