Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is an indulgent, cheesy and comforting delight. This dish is a full of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more. Steam the cauliflower and then pour the cheese sauce on top and bake.
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Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is a mouthwatering dish that takes the traditional cauliflower casserole to a whole new level by adding a generous amount of gooey cheese, crispy bacon, and flavorful herbs. Whether you’re trying to sneak more veggies into your family’s diet or impressing guests at your next dinner party, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
If you’re looking for more casserole recipes, try these Baked Pierogi Casserole, Cowboy Cornbread Casserole, and Turkey Noodle Casserole.
What We Love About This Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
Discover what makes this cheesy cauliflower bake a standout in your recipe collection. From its great flavors to the ease of preparation, we’re sharing the reasons why this dish has captured our hearts and taste buds.
- 35 Minute Meal: In just 35 minutes, you can have a piping hot, delicious casserole ready to satisfy your cravings with a wonderful cheese sauce.
- Easy Ingredients: You likely have most of these items in your pantry or fridge, making it a breeze to whip up this cheesy delight.
- Family Friendly: Its creamy, cheesy goodness appeals to both kids and adults, making it a go-to choice for family dinners. They will love this cauliflower dish it is so delish.
Ingredient Notes to Make Cheesy Cauliflower Recipe
- Cauliflower: Cauliflower is the star of this dish, and it’s chosen for its mild flavor and ability to absorb all the cheesy goodness in the casserole. Use a head of cauliflower or use frozen cauliflower in this low-carb dish.
- Bacon: Bacon adds a savory, smoky flavor to the casserole, complementing the creaminess of the cheese and the cauliflowers earthiness.
- Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise contributes to the creamy texture of the casserole. It adds richness and depth to the dish, making it irresistibly delicious. however, you can use heavy cream if you wish.
- Cheese: Cheese is the heart and soul of this recipe. The combination of colby and sharp cheddar cheese gives the casserole its gooey, cheesy goodness.
- All Purpose Seasoning: The all purpose seasoning blend adds a burst of flavor to the casserole it adds so much more than salt and pepper, enhancing all the other ingredients in this side dish.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
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Cauliflower Casserole Variations and Substitutions and Reader interactions to Make this Recipe
Explore exciting variations to customize your cheesy cauliflower casserole. These options will infuse your dish with new flavors and textures.
- Add Broccoli: If you want to introduce more vegetables into the dish or switch things up, broccoli florets would be a fantastic addition.
- Pancetta: For a twist on the classic recipe, you can replace bacon with pancetta.
- Other Cheeses: Fontina, Gruyere, Pepper Jack, and Parmesan cheese are all excellent options to experiment with and can give your casserole a unique flavor.
How to Make Cauliflower Cheese Casserole
These are the basic steps for making Cauliflower Cheese Casserole. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Step 1: Prep the Fresh Cauliflower
Start by preheating your oven to 425 degrees F. Then, grease a 13×9 baking dish. Shred the cheese. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces. Then in a pot, bring water to a boil.
Step 2: Steam the Tender Cauliflower
Boil the cauliflower florets for 8-10 minutes. If you use fresh cauliflower make sure it is tender.
Step 3: Combine All Ingredients for this Comfort Food
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, half of the bacon, half of the green onions, half of the Colby cheese, half of the cheddar cheese, all purpose seasoning blend, and the then add the cauliflower. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Step 4: Assemble Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
Pour the cauliflower mixture into a the baking dish and sprinkle the top with the remaining bacon, green onions, and cheeses on top.
Step 5: Bake the Low Carb Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
Bake your casserole dish in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Expert Tips to Make Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
Elevate your culinary game and take your loaded cauliflower casserole recipe to the next level with these expert tips. From adding extra veggies for a nutritional boost to exploring creative flavor variations, these suggestions will help you master this dish.
- More Veggies: Boost the nutritional value of your casserole by adding more vegetables. Incorporated roasted vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. Make this as a potato casserole if you like.
- Roasted Cauliflower: To add an extra layer of flavor, consider roasting the cauliflower before adding it to the casserole.
- Meat: If you’re a meat lover, experiment with adding diced cooked chicken or turkey to make the casserole heartier.
- Fresh Herbs: Garnish your casserole with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a burst of color and freshness.
- Cheese: Use a low fat shredded cheddar cheese or other shredded cheese for a lower calorie side.
What to Serve with Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
Ingredients
- 6 cups Cauliflower florets
- 6-8 Strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 6 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- ½ cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Colby cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces Mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Boil cauliflower for 8-10 minutes or until fork tender; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, half of the bacon, 3 tablespoons green onions, 1/2 cup Colby cheese, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, All Purpose Seasoning blend and cauliflower.
- Pour into 13×9 baking dish and top with remaining bacon, green onions and cheeses.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese melts.
Expert Tips
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- More Veggies: Boost the nutritional value of your casserole by adding more vegetables. Incorporated roasted vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. Make this as a potato casserole if you like.
- Roasted Cauliflower: To add an extra layer of flavor, consider roasting the cauliflower before adding it to the casserole.
- Meat: If you’re a meat lover, experiment with adding diced cooked chicken or turkey to make the casserole heartier.
- Fresh Herbs: Garnish your casserole with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a burst of color and freshness.
- Cheese: Use a low fat shredded cheddar cheese or other shredded cheese for a lower calorie side.
Help!! How many cups of cauliflower rice comes from 12 cups of florets? I want to use frozen cauliflower rice — please help !
I do not know as I haven’t tried it with cauliflower rice.
Amazing! Everybody loves it!
I’m so glad!! 🙂
This recipe was the “BOMB”!! So Yummy!
Is it possible to make this ahead, put in fridge and bake later? If so, how long would you bake?
Absolutely!
What is the individual serving size – 1/2 cup or 1 cup? Are the nutritional amounts for the 6 servings? Love the recipe and will make it more often.
Thank you….
I’m so glad you like the recipe! The entire casserole serves six – the nutritional info isn’t per cup of half cup, it’s for each of the 6 servings.
Can you give the nutritional info please
I just updated the recipe for you 🙂
I am confused what is the special seasoning
Here’s the link to my House Seasoning: https://www.itisakeeper.com/10427/house-seasoning-blend/
This is FABULOUS! Creamy, rich, & seasoned perfectly. I’ll definitely be making this one over & over! Thank you!!
I’m so glad you liked it! Thank you for coming back and sharing your feedback! 🙂
what is the serving size of the casserole, 1 cup or half cup.