No, cauliflower cannot replace a potato, but that doesn't mean there can't be delicious recipes that take a vegetable like cauliflower to a whole new delicious level!
Whenever I make this creamy, cheesy, bacon filled cauliflower dish, no one really wants to go towards the mashed potatoes anyway.
Here is the Cauliflower Mash recipe, best served at the holidays but we love to see it make an appearance as a side with dinner any day of the year:
Servings (6) Cook Time (30 min) Prep Time (15 min)
2lb riced cauliflower (frozen or fresh)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. sour cream
1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar
1 1/2 c. shredded Monterey jack
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 ranch seasoning packet
6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
1/4 c. fresh chives (or green onion) (reserve 1-2 tablespoons for the top)
salt and pepper to taste
Steam fresh cauliflower until fork tender (about 10 minutes) OR if using frozen cauliflower rice heat according to package instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x13 baking dish
In a large bowl combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, Monterey, ranch packet, garlic powder and onion powder. Mix until smooth. Gently stir in cauliflower, 1/2 of the bacon and the chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste
Spoon into casserole dish and top with remaining bacon. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted through.
Top with remaining chives and serve!
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