Description
This Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Casserole is a delicious and creamy low-carb dish that combines the flavors of a classic jalapeno popper with the heartiness of cauliflower. Perfect for a comforting dinner or as a side dish for a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 medium (~2 pounds) head cauliflower, cut into small florets
Bacon Mixture:
- 4 slices bacon, preferably thick-cut, sliced lengthwise then cut every 1/4-1/2-inch
- 1/2 medium white onion, diced
- 2–3 jalapenos, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese Sauce:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temp
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 ounces (2 cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, could sub for colby jack
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Grease a 9×9″ baking dish and set it aside.
- Boil Cauliflower: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and boil the cauliflower for ten minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet until brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined surface.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onions, jalapenos, and garlic in the skillet. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: In a pot, melt cream cheese and heavy whipping cream. Stir in mustard, pepper, salt, and shredded cheese until melted.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in cauliflower, sautéed vegetables, and bacon.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to baking dish, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and browned. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the jalapenos.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: jalapeno popper, cauliflower casserole, low-carb, comfort food
