Oven-Baked Loaded Cauliflower Casserole with Bacon and Cheddar

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This cheesy cauliflower casserole combines roasted cauliflower, smoky bacon, and sharp cheddar for a delicious low-carb side dish that tastes like loaded potatoes. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs cauliflower florets, cooked bacon, shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 5 cups cauliflower florets with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp garlic powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-18 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine 4 oz softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sour cream until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Add the roasted cauliflower, 6 chopped cooked bacon slices, and 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the mixture to a greased 8x8-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
  5. Step 5: Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped green onions before serving warm.

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