Best 8 Cauliflower Casserole Bake Recipes

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**Creamy and cheesy cauliflower casserole:** A delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. This classic comfort food is made with tender cauliflower florets enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, then topped with a golden-brown cheesy crust. This casserole is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a modern twist, this article offers a diverse collection of cauliflower casserole recipes that cater to every palate. From the classic recipe that uses simple yet flavorful ingredients to creative variations that incorporate unique flavors and textures, there's a recipe here for every home cook. Dive into the world of cauliflower casseroles and discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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Loaded with cheese and covered with breadcrumbs, your kids just might confuse this Easy Cauliflower Casserole with their favorite Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe. Lucky for you, not only is this version loaded with veggies instead of pasta, it also makes the most of your pantry staples. Grab the cooking spray, panko, and can of cream of chicken soup, and you're practically halfway there. Don't have cream of chicken? Any "cream of" soup will do the trick. Try cream of celery to mix things up. Ready in just 45 minutes, this is the ultimate weeknight casserole, though it makes a statement at any potluck supper too. For a party-ready touch, add a dash of parsley to your casserole as soon as you pull it out of the oven. It's the ultimate way to dress up the golden panko topping if you're making and taking for a special occasion.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Categories     Casserole

Time 45m

Yield Serves 4 to 6 (serving size: about 1 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium (1 lb.) head cauliflower
1 (10.5-oz.) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
Cooking spray
2 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
1/4 cup salted butter, thinly sliced
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F. Trim cauliflower into florets. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil over high; add cauliflower, and boil until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain cauliflower, and return to saucepan.
  • Stir together cream of chicken soup and sour cream in a small bowl; add to cauliflower, and toss to combine. Transfer mixture to a greased (with cooking spray) 8-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle casserole with cheese and panko; dot with butter slices.
  • Bake in preheated oven until casserole is bubbly and panko is golden, about 30 minutes. If desired, top with parsley.

CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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To dress up cauliflower, Mom used a delightful mixture of a cheesy sauce, bright red and green pepper pieces, and crushed cornflakes. We enjoyed this casserole so much that leftovers were rare. -Linda McGinty, Parma, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add cauliflower. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until crisp-tender, 5-10 minutes. Drain. , In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, sour cream, cheddar cheese, cornflakes, peppers and salt; transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika. , Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

LOADED CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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Cauliflower just got loaded -- like a baked potato, that is. All the familiar flavors of your favorite stuffed spud are in this cheesy casserole that is low in carbs and high in flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 slices bacon, cut 1/2-inch thick
2 medium heads cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets (3 to 4 pounds total)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups shredded Cheddar
4 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
2/3 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
  • Put the cauliflower florets in a 3-quart casserole dish. Toss with the reserved 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast until the florets are soft and begin to brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix together the cream cheese and 1 cup of the Cheddar in a medium bowl until well combined. Dollop over the cauliflower, then sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup Cheddar and bake until the cauliflower is tender when poked with a knife and the Cheddar is melted and bubbly, 5 to 7 minutes more.
  • Dollop the sour cream evenly over the casserole and sprinkle with the scallions and reserved bacon pieces.

THREE-CHEESE CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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I made this cheesy cauliflower dish for dinner one night when my husband was gone. It was so good the boys and I ended up not eating anything else but the casserole! I used fat-free milk and cream cheese and it turned out great!

Provided by jentrue

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower, chopped
2 ounces fat-free cream cheese, softened
¼ cup fat-free milk
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until fork-tender, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and milk together in a bowl. Stir in Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses.
  • Mix bread crumbs and melted butter together in a small bowl.
  • Transfer steamed cauliflower to a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish. Add cheese-milk mixture and stir. Sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 257.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

LOW-CARB, TWICE-BAKED CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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A twist to the twice-baked potato, for those looking for an alternative.

Provided by buddyboy02

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
½ cup bacon bits (such as Hormel®)
½ (8 ounce) package low-fat cream cheese
½ cup low-fat sour cream
¼ cup minced green onions
3 tablespoons butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until tender, but not overly soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well and transfer cauliflower to a large bowl. Mash, using a potato masher, leaving some chunks.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon bacon bits. Mix remaining Cheddar cheese, remaining bacon bits, cream cheese, sour cream, green onions, butter, salt, and pepper into the mashed cauliflower in the bowl. Transfer mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle reserved Cheddar cheese and bacon bits on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 639.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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A quick, delightful dish that is easy to make and sure to please! Those who say they hate cauliflower always enjoy this dish.

Provided by JEH30

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large head cauliflower, broken into small florets
½ cup butter, melted
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
⅔ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add cauliflower, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes. Drain, and place in a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a small bowl mix together butter, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, salt, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle mixture over cauliflower, and top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 64.1 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 498.7 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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It's a delicious dish of delightful cheesy sauce. Bright red and green bell pepper pieces and crushed corn flakes! We enjoyed it so much, their was nothing to scrape off the dishes or pan!

Provided by kelliegirl21

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head cauliflower, separated into florets
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup crushed corn flakes
¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan, and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the cauliflower, and steam until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
  • Combine sour cream, Cheddar cheese, corn flakes, bell peppers, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in the cauliflower, and transfer to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and paprika over the top of the dish.
  • Bake uncovered until heated through, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 485.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CHRISTMAS CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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This creamy casserole is filled with tender cauliflower and topped with a sprinkling of crispy herb stuffing. It's become one of our favorite Christmas casseroles that appeals to both kids and adults in our family. -Carol Rex, Ocala, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 packages (16 ounces each) frozen cauliflower
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup stuffing mix
3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook cauliflower according to package directions; drain., In a large bowl, mix sour cream, cheese, bouillon and mustard until blended. Stir in cauliflower; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add stuffing mix and walnuts; cook and stir until lightly toasted. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 17-20 minutes or until heated through and topping is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a large head of cauliflower for a hearty and filling casserole.
  • Cut the cauliflower into small florets for even cooking.
  • Steam or boil the cauliflower until tender but still slightly firm.
  • Use a combination of cheeses for a rich and flavorful casserole. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all good choices.
  • Add some cooked meat or vegetables to the casserole for extra flavor and protein.
  • Season the casserole with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a crispy topping.
  • Bake the casserole in a preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal option. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a cauliflower casserole recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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