Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
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Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
Description
Cauliflower pieces are first roasted with olive oil, salt, and pepper to achieve a crisp-tender texture and slightly caramelized edges. Meanwhile, a sauce made from sour cream, heavy cream, and minced garlic is prepared to coat the roasted cauliflower. The combination enriches the vegetable with a creamy and tangy flavor.
Half of the sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions are folded into the cauliflower sauce mixture before transferring to a casserole dish. The top is finished with the remaining cheese and bacon, then baked at a high temperature until the cheese melts and possibly lightly browns, creating a bubbly, savory topping. A final sprinkle of green onions adds freshness and a mild sharpness.
This casserole works well as a side dish with a balance of textures from tender cauliflower, creamy sauce, melted cheese, and crispy bacon. It is best served warm to enjoy the melted cheese and bacon contrasts fully.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower cut into bite sized pieces, large head
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 5 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450. Spread the cauliflower pieces in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast 15-20 minutes, until crisp-tender, then remove from the oven and leave the oven on.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, mix together the sour cream, heavy cream, minced garlic, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Toss the cauliflower pieces with the sauce until coated. Mix in half of the cheddar cheese, half of the bacon, and half of the green onions.
- Pour the cauliflower mixture into a casserole dish, and top with the remaining cheese and bacon. Bake 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melty. Sprinkle with the remaining green onions. Serve hot.
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