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.
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
Add the water to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
- 3
While the water heats up, chop the cauliflower into small pieces.
- 4
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.
- 5
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.
- 6
Fold in the cauliflower, then add the cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted, then fold in the bacon.
- 7
Scoop into serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
- 8
Enjoy!
Recipe from tasty.co
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Ingredients (10)
- •4 strips bacon
- •4 cups water
- •1 large head cauliflower
- •2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- •4 oz cream cheese
- •⅓ cup heavy cream
- •¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- •1 teaspoon paprika
- •2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- •fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish