Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Total Time Prep: 35 min. Bake: 40 min.
Yield 10 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
Savor the goodness of loaded cauliflower casserole with crispy bacon, melted cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese—the perfect side dish!

Ingredients

  • 2 medium heads cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/2 pound bacon strips, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 6 green onions, chopped, whites and green separated
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • TOPPING:
  • 1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets; cook until crisp-tender, 10-12 minutes; drain.
  2. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, 6-7 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon to a paper-towel lined plate.
  3. To the same skillet, add butter and whites of green onion; cook until tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in flour, stirring constantly. Whisk in half and half; bring to a simmer. Cook, whisking constantly, until sauce coats the back of a spoon, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
  4. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine reserved cauliflower, bacon, tops of green onion and sauce until coated.
  5. In a small bowl, stir together bread crumbs, melted butter and parsley. Sprinkle on top of cauliflower mixture. Bake until sauce is bubbly and top is browned, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 456 calories, 36g fat (19g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 790mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.

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