Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Bake
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Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Bake
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Hearty, creamy, cheesy, and guilt-free this cheesy mashed cauliflower bake recipe is a keto approved comfort dish that the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 2 heads of fresh cauliflower
- Water for cooking
- ½ cup butter (cubed)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese (or cheddar cheese blend of choice)
- fresh chives for garnish (optional)
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut the cauliflower away from the core and discard the core. Roughly chop the cauliflower florets into bite size chunks.
- If using an Instant Pot: Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot along with the chopped cauliflower. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Set to pressure cook for 3 minutes. When the 3-minute cook time is finished, turn the valve to quick release. Once all of the pressure is released, open the Instant Pot and pour the cauliflower into a colander to drain off any excess water.
- If using the stove top to cook the cauliflower: Place the cauliflower in a large pot and cover with water. Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer covered for 15 minutes, or until the cauliflower is very tender. Pour the cauliflower into a colander to drain.
- Pour the hot cauliflower into a large bowl and add the butter, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Use an immersion blender to puree the cauliflower until smooth, or transfer to a food processor to puree.
- Pour half of the cauliflower into a 9x12 glass casserole dish. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese. Top with the remaining cauliflower, then sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake the mashed cauliflower for 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees until the cheese is melted and the cauliflower is bubbling around the edges.
- Serve hot with fresh chives if desired.
Notes
- I tested this recipe cooking the cauliflower both on the stove and in the Instant Pot. We liked the IP method best. It cooked the cauliflower faster from start to finish (including the heat up time, the actual 3-minute cooking time and the fast pressure release time) and it was softer after cooking. But the stove top method is still great if you don't have an IP.
- I tested this recipe cooking the cauliflower both on the stove and in the Instant Pot. We liked the IP method best. It cooked the cauliflower faster from start to finish (including the heat up time, the actual 3-minute cooking time and the fast pressure release time) and it was softer after cooking. But the stove top method is still great if you don't have an IP.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
247kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
14g
(70%)
Cholesterol
66mg
(22%)
Sodium
529mg
(22%)
Potassium
455mg
(13%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
715IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
69mg
(77%)
Calcium
147mg
(15%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 529mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 455mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 715IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 69mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 147mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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12 reviews
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