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Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

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Posted:10/29/19
Updated:1/30/20
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Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is delicious and only takes 10 minutes to prepare! This loaded casserole recipe is made with Cheddar and Parmesan to make it extra cheesy!  My family declares it one of their favorite side dishes on the holiday table! Low carb friendly. 

Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is delicious and only takes 10 minutes to prepare! This loaded casserole recipe is made with Cheddar and Parmesan to make it extra cheesy!  My family declares it one of their favorite side dishes on the holiday table! Low carb friendly. 

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Ok, we have the 3 C’s here.  Let’s talk about them.

Cheesy – who doesn’t love cheesy dishes (hello Cheesy Green Beans)?  Mozzarella, Cheddar and Parmesan are my favorites for recipes.  And this recipe includes 2 cheeses!
Cauliflower – beautiful cauliflower, fresh from the garden, I love you.  You can’t go wrong with cauliflower, you just can’t!
Casserole – I love casseroles.   You put them inside the oven and magic happens.  That’s the only way I can describe it.

We love this casserole, especially when we can pick the cauliflower straight from the garden.   We love this dish as a meatless Monday meal with crusty bread on the side.   But you can also serve the casserole as a side dish,  it’s perfect to pair with a meat at the holiday table.  

How to Make Cauliflower Casserole:

You’ll want to preheat your oven to 375 degrees. While it’s preheating steam your cauliflower for 3 minutes, and then drain it.

head of cauliflower

Add the cauliflower to a casserole baking dish. In a medium bowl stir together Cheddar Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, heavy cream, dried sage, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Pour this mixture over cauliflower and toss to coat evenly.

Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs on top. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is slightly browned.

Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is delicious and only takes 10 minutes to prepare! This loaded casserole recipe is made with Cheddar and Parmesan to make it extra cheesy!  My family declares it one of their favorite side dishes on the holiday table! Low carb friendly. 

How to Make Cheesy Cauliflower Healthy

Ok, so this recipe includes 2 types of cheese and heavy cream, so maybe it’s not the most healthy side dish.  But we’re using 1 head of cauliflower so I’m going to call it healthy!   If you wanted to add more vegetables to this casserole you could even add a can of corn, or some sliced fresh carrots.  If you’re adding carrots, make sure to steam them with the cauliflower to soften them up.

Why The Entire Family is Going to Love This Dish

What’s not to love about this casserole filled with cauliflower and melting Chedddar and Parmesan cheese? This will surely be the first side dish to be gobbled up on the Thanksgiving table!

  • This casserole feeds 8, but you can easily double it for a large crowd.
  • This is a perfect side dish for your holiday turkey, chicken or pork chops!
  • It’s vegetarian friendly for a veggie crowd, but delicious enough for meat eaters to love too!

Recipe Changes for Different Diets

  • This is a keto and low carb friendly casserole to make for people following those diets.
  • It’s vegetarian. I wouldn’t recommend you turn it vegan as it’s really a creamy comfort food and should be made with real cheese. If you’re looking for a vegan side dish try my Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes.

More Side Dish Recipes

Carrot Casserole
Cheesy Green Beans
Carrot Souffle
Amish Potato Stuffing
Blueberry Bread Stuffing
Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

I hope you enjoy this delicious Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole!

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Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is delicious and only takes 10 minutes to prepare! This loaded casserole recipe is made with Cheddar and Parmesan to make it extra cheesy!  My family declares it one of their favorite side dishes on the holiday table! Low carb friendly. 
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Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole is delicious and only takes 10 minutes to prepare! This loaded casserole recipe is made with Cheddar and Parmesan to make it extra cheesy!  My family declares it one of their favorite side dishes on the holiday table! Low carb friendly. 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
serves 8

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cauliflower cut into florets
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons bread crumbs
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon dried sage
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
  • Steam your cauliflower for 3 minutes, drain.
  • Add cauliflower into a 2 quart casserole baking dish.
  • In a bowl stir together your Cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, dried sage, minced garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Pour everything in your bowl over cauliflower and toss to coat evenly.
  • Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until top is slightly browned.
  • Enjoy!

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Nutrition Information:

Calories: 260kcal (13%)
Course:Side Dish
Cuisine:American
Keyword:cauliflower casserole
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  1. Leslie says

    May 12, 2017 at 3:55 pm

    My kids keep complaining about cauliflower, but I love it. This looks like a dish that might actually win them over. Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!

    Reply
  2. JES says

    May 12, 2017 at 2:52 pm

    This looks delicious and a great way to prepare our homegrown cauliflower! Thank you for sharing with us on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth!

    Reply
  3. Theresa says

    May 12, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    My daughter is a cauliflower fan and I never made any. This is a dish I can make her. Yum!
    Pinned & sharing Thanks for joining the Inspiration Spotlight party.

    Reply
  4. Kathleen - Bloggers Lifestyle says

    May 12, 2017 at 2:12 am

    I love this recipe, it looks delicious and it would fit into my low carb lifestyle. Awesome.
    Kathleen
    Blogger’s Pit Stop

    Reply
  5. Barrie Bismark says

    May 11, 2017 at 9:41 pm

    That actually looks pretty good! I would love to give it at try!
    #trafficjamweekend

    Reply
  6. Sandra L Garth says

    May 11, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    It looks delicious and has to be better for you than pasta. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, and I hope your week is going great.

    Reply
  7. Amy says

    May 10, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    Thank you for sharing at Moonlight & Mason Jars link party. I love cauliflower and am always looking for a new way to serve it. This looks fantastic. I can’t wait to try it. Shared and pinned.

    Reply
  8. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says

    May 9, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    I love cauliflower and this recipe looks perfect for our weather at the moment we are heading into winter! Thanks for sharing at #overthemoon link party, I’ve pinned and shared.

    Reply
  9. Megin | VMG206 says

    May 9, 2017 at 11:48 am

    Yum, Pamela! I’ve tried this was marinara but never cheese… pinning to give it a go soon!
    I’m visiting from Too Cute Tuesday.
    ~ Megin of VMG206

    Reply
  10. kristin mccarthy says

    May 9, 2017 at 8:49 am

    Low carb and so so cheesy!

    #jenerallyinformed

    Reply
  11. Lindsay says

    May 8, 2017 at 1:43 pm

    I make this but I add cream corn to it as well. This looks yummy! Love the pictures.

    Reply
  12. Jess says

    May 8, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    I so pinned this! It sounds amazing!!

    I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

    Reply
  13. Cassie Smallwood says

    May 8, 2017 at 11:18 am

    This looks so good! I love anything with cheese. LOL. Pinning so I can give it a try!

    Reply
  14. Gentle Joy Photography says

    May 7, 2017 at 6:56 pm

    This does sound good! It looks very appealing. 🙂

    Reply
  15. Robin says

    November 26, 2014 at 6:44 pm

    Thank you so much! I made this tonight, and it was amazing. This is the easiest gratin recipe on line and does not require flour. Next time I will try it with some Gruyere and Parmesan cheese. I put the cream and cheese back in the pot the cauliflower cooked in to melt the cheese a little bit before baking. Keep the recipes coming, Brooklyn.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      November 28, 2014 at 1:18 am

      Thanks Robin, your comment made my night. I’m so happy you enjoyed the Casserole! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Wendy says

    October 3, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    What temp do you cook this at? I’m probably being stupid and missing it 🙂

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 3, 2013 at 6:01 pm

      375 degrees. Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Wendy says

        October 3, 2013 at 7:49 pm

        I did 350 and for about 40 minutes – it was delicious and my 18 month old ate it too. Always a bonus when the kid eats it!

        Reply
        • Pamela says

          October 3, 2013 at 7:54 pm

          So glad to hear, and thanks for letting me know you enjoyed it! Thanks for stopping by Wendy!

          Reply
  17. Kammie @ Sensual Appeal says

    September 3, 2013 at 9:11 pm

    Mmmm cheesy. But it has cauliflower so it’s good for you, right? 😉 Great recipe!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      September 3, 2013 at 9:56 pm

      Hahahaha, that’s what I tell myself! 😉 Thanks Kammie!

      Reply
  18. Hani @Hanielas says

    September 3, 2013 at 11:11 am

    I’m an all cauliflower girl. I love it raw, cooked, roasted, pureed, in soups, in soufflés, in casseroles and with cheese. Heaven. Thanks for all your inspiring fresh recipes!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      September 3, 2013 at 9:49 pm

      Thanks Hani! Cauliflower is hands down one of our favorites too!

      Reply
  19. Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says

    August 29, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    Yowzers you read my mind… I was going to make a similar dish this weekend! This looks fabulous. Yum cheese-tacular. 🙂

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 29, 2013 at 11:54 pm

      *Sigh*. Cheese. Isn’t it just great?

      Reply
  20. Pam says

    August 29, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    My husband isn’t a big fan of cauliflower but I think even he would love this cheesy casserole! YUM.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 29, 2013 at 11:50 pm

      I hope you both enjoy Pam!

      Reply
  21. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    August 29, 2013 at 11:07 am

    mmm mmm looks like something that’s going to be hitting our table soon.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 29, 2013 at 11:49 pm

      Enjoy Angie!

      Reply
  22. Irina @ wandercrush says

    August 29, 2013 at 3:12 am

    Comfort food! Gotta stock up on these recipes for the up and coming chilly months. That lightplay on the wall is glorious.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 29, 2013 at 10:14 am

      Thanks Irina! Casseroles are my favorite for the chilly months!

      Reply
  23. Cathy Pollak ~ Noble Pig says

    August 28, 2013 at 11:31 pm

    Made this tonight! It was delish!!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 29, 2013 at 12:31 am

      So happy you liked it Cathy! Thanks for letting me know! 🙂

      Reply
  24. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    August 28, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    Okay this is my new favorite way to eat cauliflower. Pinned!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 29, 2013 at 12:30 am

      Enjoy Dorothy! Let me know how you like it. 🙂

      Reply
  25. [email protected] says

    August 28, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    Pinning this because I think my very picky vegetarian daughter will eat this. She doesn’t like many vegetables because she has texture issues with many of them, but she likes cauliflower.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 28, 2013 at 5:07 pm

      Good luck and I hope she enjoys it!

      Reply
  26. Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says

    August 28, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    I can’t wait to try this! Especially since the only way I’ll really eat cauliflower is when it’s covered with lots of cheese. Yes, I’m like 6 years old…

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 28, 2013 at 1:23 pm

      Hahaha, it’s ok. It tastes delicious that way. 🙂

      Reply
  27. Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says

    August 28, 2013 at 9:19 am

    Pamela, your Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole looks phenomenal! Mom used to make a creamy cauliflower casserole. Then, we kids asked why she made cheesy broccoli but not cheesy cauliflower, so she made us happy by adding Cheddar to her Bechamel sauce. This recipe is great for kids and adults alike. Thanks for sharing! xo

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 28, 2013 at 1:02 pm

      Cheesy broccoli is a favorite of ours too! Cheese, isn’t it just amazing? 😉

      Reply
  28. veganmiam.com says

    August 28, 2013 at 1:32 am

    Have you tried vegan cheeze or Parmela vegan parmesan before? As for cauliflower, I love cauliflowers! So good as mashed potatoes, sauce, creamy pasta, etc. everything! I love casseroles, too especially baked with panko/breadcrumbs.

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      August 28, 2013 at 1:39 am

      I love cauliflower too! Now I’m also hungry for mashed potatoes and creamy pasta! YUM!

      Reply
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