Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded )
• 1 Tbsp. cornstarch (+ 1 tsp. )
• 1 cup low-fat milk (1%)
• 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
• 8 turkey bacon (strips cooked, crumbled, divided use)
• 1/4 cup green onions (approx. 1⁄4 bunch, sliced )
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt ground black pepper)
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375° F.

2. 2

   Coat an 81⁄2-inch x 81⁄2-inch casserole dish with cooking spray. Set aside.

3. 3

   Steam or blanch cauliflower for 3 minutes; drain thoroughly. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl mix together cheese and cornstarch. Set aside.

5. 5

   Place milk and garlic in a large nonstick skillet and bring to a low simmer over medium heat, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to low and whisk in cheese mixture a small handful at a time, stirring constantly, until cheese is completely melted, about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add cauliflower, 3⁄4 crumbled bacon, green onions, salt, and pepper, and mix well.

8. 8

   Carefully pour mixture into prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining 1⁄4 crumbled bacon and bake for 30 minutes, or until cauliflower is tender and top of casserole has slightly browned.

9. 9

   Divide evenly among four serving bowls and serve immediately, or store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.