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Bacon Jalapeño Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Irresistibly Creamy Bacon Jalapeño Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

A delicious Bacon Jalapeño Cauliflower Mac and Cheese that's a low-carb twist on a comfort food favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Base
  • 1 head Cauliflower Fresh, chopped into florets
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (e.g., Pepper Jack) Substitute with cheddar if desired
For the Flavor Boost
  • 4 oz Bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • 2 pcs Jalapeños Diced, adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and chop the cauliflower head into bite-sized florets. Place them in the slow cooker.
  2. Add the cream cheese and diced jalapeños to the slow cooker, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top.
  3. Set the slow cooker to low and cook for about 3 hours, stirring halfway through.
  4. After 3 hours, stir in the remaining shredded cheese and crispy bacon bits and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Serve in dishes and enjoy, optionally garnished with additional bacon and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made vegetarian by omitting the bacon or using turkey bacon.

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