If you are looking for a cheesy, creamy, and rich luscious dish that is not guilt-ridden because of carbs, this Cheesy Keto Cauliflower Casserole will cheer you up. It is a great replacement for classic potato casseroles as it is full of flavor but low in carbohydrates making it suitable for those on the ketogenic diet.
What Makes This Casserole Infamous?
This casserole is simply the best letters in the ‘comfort food’ world-a good combination of melty cheese, creamy texture, and a firm topping. Above all, the low-carb crust made of cauliflower packs enough nutrients while cheese and cream and spices reap each nibble of the delicious stuffing. Give it as a side or the main course and you will find it still conflictingly drama at the dinner table like every other dish.
Quick & Easy
Thanks to the uncomplicated ingredients and a low time-consuming prep process, this keto casserole can easily be prepared even on an active week day. This recipe is also great for make ahead-simply combine everything and make sure to refrigerate until baked when it’s suitable for the family.
Keto Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup double cream
- 113-oz cream cheese, left out until it is soft
- 3 cloves of garlic, choppd finely
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and fine pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh chives, for decoration (optional)
Instructions:
Baking pan preparation: Cooks, make sure your oven is at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and melt some butter on the baking dish.
Cooking the cauliflower: Boil or steam the cauliflower florets until tender yet firm for 5 to 7 minutes. Make sure to drain completely.
Making the cheese sauce: Step 3 Mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add half the amount of cheddar cheese, all the mozzarella cheese, and half the amount of parmesan cheese, and stir.
Coat cauliflower with sauce: Gently introduction cooked cauliflower into the cheese mixture and toss y re-coat the cauliflower pieces without breaking them.
Preparing for the final touches: Place the cauliflower mixture into the greased dish and smooth the surface. Top with the remaining amounts of cheddar and parmesan cheese. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until the casserole has bubbles and is brown on the surface.
Garnish & Serve: Take out of the oven after a couple of minutes and cool for a couple of minutes. If you like, you can also sprinkle some chopped chives before serving the dish hot.
Why This Will Be Your New Go-To Recipe
Keto-Friendly: Thanks to the use of low-carb ingredients such as cauliflower, heavy cream, and cheese in combination in this casserole, there is low carbohydrate intake while high-fat satisfying flavors are present.
Rich & Cheesy: This casserole has three types of cheese; cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese which makes it creamier with every bite.
Versatile: Use a side portion of this dish whenever you like, with your favorite keto main meal or use it on its own as a filling cheesy dish.
Want to Mix Things Up?
Why not have a little fun with this recipe and change it to suit your preferences! If you want a little kick, put in some crispy bacon bits, sliced green onions, or drizzle on red pepper flakes. Try using different sorts like Gouda cheese or gruyere cheese for additional flavoring.
Conclusion
Anyone on a low carb or ketogenic diet will appreciate this Cheesy Keto Cauliflower Casserole. It’s full of cheesy goodness and all the comforts of casseroles without the carbs. Be it a weeknight family meal or a festive occasion, your hosts will love this dish!
