Slow Cooker Cauliflower Cheese with Bacon
Servings: 3
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Ingredients
- 2 small heads of cauliflower cut into florets (about 6 cups)
- ¾ cup half and half or whole milk
- 1 cup cooked bacon chopped
- 4 ounces of cream cheese cut into squares
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Optional: Fresh herbs such as parsley or chives.
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Boil the cauliflower florets for about 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain well.
- Place the cauliflower into the slow cooker while still hot and add the cream, bacon, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Cook on high for two hours, stir before serving.
- Top with additional chopped bacon and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Change things up by adding broccoli, too!
You can use any shredded cheese you prefer for this recipe.
You can also add a bit of spice by adding a pinch of cayenne.
You can use any shredded cheese you prefer for this recipe.
You can also add a bit of spice by adding a pinch of cayenne.
Nutrition
Calories: 787kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 59g | Sodium: 1764mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 9g