Keto Creamy Smothered Cauliflower is an indulgent and cozy side dish. We make this dish with boiled cauliflower, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, a seasoning blend, and cheddar cheese. This creamy cauliflower contains lots of healthy fats, so it is good for a keto diet. The cauliflower dish contains dairy, so it is not good for dairy-intolerant people. Therefore, we have to use dairy-free alternatives to prepare this dish. You can prepare Keto Creamy Smothered Cauliflower quickly in thirty minutes, making it a convenient side dish for busy weeknights. We could serve chicken thighs or steak along with this creamy cauliflower. This dish stores well, and the flavor and texture will remain intact.
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STATS:
- Caloric content: 230 kcal
- Time for Preparation: 10 mints.
- Portion size: 1 cup
- Time for cooking: Twenty minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Entire time: 30 minutes
- Course: Side Dish
- Diet: Keto
- Portion: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Big saucepan
- Colander
- Mixing spoon
- Baking dish
- Whisk
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 tbsp. melted butter
- One cup heavy cream
- 1 Big cauliflower
- One cup cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- Salt and pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CAULIFLOWER:
- We have to pick the firm and tight cauliflower florets for the best texture of this dish.
BUTTER:
- We have to use unsalted butter to make this dish, so we can add the butter as we like.
HEAVY CREAM:
- You can make a rich and velvety sauce to keep it low-carb by using heavy cream.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- We have to use sharp cheddar cheese, which adds bold flavors, and it also melts nicely.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Adding Parmesan cheese enhances the creaminess and provides a nutty and salty flavor.
GARLIC & ONION POWDER:
- We use garlic and onion powder instead of fresh vegetables to provide the taste without the moisture.
PAPRIKA:
- We use paprika powder to add the slight smokiness and color in this dish.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat-up the oven to three-seventy-five degrees F.
- We boil the florets for five minutes, slightly tenderize the florets, and drain them.
- Then melt the butter over moderate heat.
- Add black pepper, cheddar cheese, garlic seasoning, heavy cream, onion seasoning, parmesan cheese, salt, & paprika powder.
- Mix to melt the cheese & to create the smooth consistency of the sauce.
- Add the cauliflower to the dish.
- Drizzle sauce over the florets, and bake for ten minutes, then serve warm.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- You serve grilled chicken thighs along with this creamy cauliflower.
- Serve creamy cauliflower with steak to prepare a delicious dinner.
- We can also add some crispy bacon and then bake the dish.
- This cauliflower dish is served with a light salad.
- Make this creamy cauliflower to place on a holiday dinner table.
TIPS:
- We don’t have to overcook the cauliflower florets as they will get mushy during baking.
- Grate the cheese fresh to include the good melt and flavor.
- Taste the sauce and sprinkle the extra seasoning if required.
- Sprinkle a pinch in the cauliflower dish for extra flavor.
- Broil this dish for two minutes to make it crispier.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the cauliflower dish to the covered box and store the dish for three days.
FREEZER:
- Transfer the cauliflower dish to the covered dish and store it for two months.
FAQs:
How to prepare a dairy-free dish?
- We can use dairy-free products to prepare a dish for this purpose.
Will I make this dish along with frozen cauliflower florets?
- We can make this dish along with frozen cauliflower florets, but thaw and drain the florets properly.
How to prepare a spicy cauliflower dish?
- We can add some cayenne pepper or red flakes to make the dish spicy.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Caloric count: 230
Portion: 4
Entire carbs: 5g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Sodium: 320mg
Portion size: 1 cup
Net carbs: 3g
Potassium:Â 420mg