Keto Bacon Cauliflower “Mac” ‘N’ Cheese
Just because you're on a keto diet doesn't mean you should forsake all comfort food. This super indulgent mac 'n' cheese manages to stay low-carb thanks to one magical ingredient: cauliflower. Add bacon to the mix and you get the perfect dinner.
by Katie Aubin • featured in Tasty Holiday Sides & Desserts
30 minutes
Inspired by perfectketo.com
30 minutes
Ingredients
for 4 servings
- 4 strips bacon
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4 cups water (960 mL) - 1 large head cauliflower
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2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided -
4 oz cream cheese (115 g) -
⅓ cup heavy cream (80 mL) -
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper -
1 teaspoon paprika -
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (200 g) - fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish
Nutrition Info
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Calories
663
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Fat
54g
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Carbs
14g
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Fiber
3g
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Sugar
5g
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Protein
34g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
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Preparation
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, cook the bacon for 6 minutes, or until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, pat off excess grease with a paper towel, then chop and set aside.
- Add the water to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
- While the water heats up, chop the cauliflower into small pieces.
- Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the cauliflower to the boiling water, then cover and cook for 4 minutes, or until slightly tender. Drain the cauliflower and set aside.
- In the same saucepan, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, remaining teaspoon of salt, the cayenne, and paprika. Stir to combine, then cook for 4 minutes, until smooth and thick.
- Fold in the cauliflower, then add the cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted, then fold in the bacon.
- Scoop into serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
- Enjoy!
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Tips
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amneh
If you don’t have heavy cream just do 1 cup of milk And 1/4 of melted butter plus it’s healthier than heavy cream.
2019-01-22T06:38:33Z Helpful (49) -
Vicky Flores
Add more bacon! It’ll definitely give you the crispy texture you’ll love!
2018-11-09T03:02:48Z Helpful (37) -
natsca
Pat the cauliflower dry after boiling.
2018-11-20T14:14:37Z Helpful (33) -
chefsteve808
I added bacon fat I had reserved and also felt that it would be a more “grown up” Mac n cheese to add roasted garlic. I was so surprised at how closely the flavor profile matches a real mac n cheese. I would boil the cauliflower one more minute however to soften the veggie and give it more of an al dente finish. 9/10 for tasty not this one!
2018-11-18T03:05:34Z Helpful (30)
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