Ingredients for - Loaded Cauliflower Bake

1. 2 small heads cauliflower, cut into florets
2. 2 tbsp. butter
3. 3 cloves garlic, minced
4. 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
5. 2 c. whole milk
6. 2 oz. cream cheese, softened
7. 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar, divided
8. Kosher salt
9. Freshly ground black pepper
10. 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
11. 1/4 c. Sliced green onions

How to cook deliciously - Loaded Cauliflower Bake

1 . Stage

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large pot of salted boiling water, blanch cauliflower, 3 minutes. Drain and squeeze cauliflower of water.

2 . Stage

Make cheese sauce: In a large skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add flour and stir until golden, 2 minutes. Add milk and bring to a low simmer, then add cream cheese, whisking until combined. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup cheddar until melted, then season with salt and pepper.