Loaded Fauxtato Au Gratin
Loaded Fauxtato Au Gratin is also known as loaded cauliflower casserole. This low carb, keto friendly dish is so delicious, you won't even miss the potatoes!
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower florets chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 6 oz. cream cheese cut into chunks
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried dill
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1½ cups Italian cheese blend shredded
- 4 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 tbsp fresh chives chopped
Instructions
- Place top oven rack in the center position and preheat oven to 400°F
- Place the cauliflower in a steamer basket on top of a pot with boiling water and steam until fork-tender, around 6-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and transfer cauliflower into a cold water bath to prevent further cooking. Drain well and pat dry.
- Transfer steamed cauliflower to a large bowl and add cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, garlic powder, and dried dill. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
- Transfer to oven-safe casserole dish and top with shredded cheese blend and crumbled bacon.
- Place in pre-heated oven and roast until cheese is melted and nicely browned on top, around 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and serve immediately topped with fresh chives. Enjoy!