Ingredients
- 2 small heads cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar divided
- salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices applewood smoked bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 13x9in. baking dish.
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Boil cauliflower florets in salted boiling water for about 3 minutes.
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Drain all water from the cauliflower and dump into prepared dish.
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook garlic until fragrant (1 minute).
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Add flour and stir for 2 minutes.
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Add milk 1/2 cup at a time and bring to a simmer.
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Add cream cheese and whisk to combine.
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Remove from heat and add 1 cup of the sharp cheddar; stir until melted.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Pour cheese sauce over cauliflower and stir to evenly coat.
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Set aside 1 tablespoon each of cooked bacon and green onions, then stir the rest into the cauliflower.
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Top with remaining cheese, bacon and green onions.
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Bake for about 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted completely.