Red Potatoes, bacon bits, sharp cheddar cheese, and cream cheese all mixed together and baked to perfection. Sounds amazing right, I love a good loaded mashed potato. My husband not so much he isn’t really a fan of potatoes. So, I set out to find something to satisfy my craving but would be something that he would love as well. I finally settled on a loaded cauliflower mash, it tastes so good and is so easy to make not to mention better for you than the original. Have you ever tried loaded mashed cauliflower? It’s a delicious and healthier alternative and you won’t even miss the potatoes! Plus, it’s a great way to sneak in some extra veggies without sacrificing flavor. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
Start by laying out your cream cheese so it can start to soften. After that wash your head of cauliflower, cut it up and place in pot of water to boil. While this is going on I like to fry some bacon and crumble it. This is also the perfect time to shred your cheese if it isn’t already shredded. Once the Cauliflower is fork tender, drain off the water and mash the cauliflower. Next mix in the shredded cheese, bacon, and cream cheese mixing well.
After mixed place in oven safe dish, cover top with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown.
More to know!
Benefits of loaded mashed cauliflower: Lower in calories and carbs compared to traditional mashed potatoes, making it a great option for those looking to cut back on starches.
Customization options: Experiment with different toppings like sour cream, green onions, or even buffalo sauce to create your own unique loaded mashed cauliflower recipe.
Serving suggestions: Serve as a side dish for a family dinner or bring it to a potluck to impress friends with your healthier twist on a classic comfort food.
Loaded Mashed Cauliflower
Ingredients
- Head of Cauliflower
- 2 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/2 C. Bacon Crumbles
- 1/2 C. Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Spray your baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Rinse your head of Cauliflower, Cut it up and boil until fork tender.
- Drain water off of Cauliflower and Mash.
- Fry your bacon until crispy, once cooled crumble and set aside.
- Mix everything together until well combined.
- Transfer to prepared baking dish. Bake 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
