Bacon and Smoked Gouda Cauliflower Mash (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

This silky cauliflower mash flavored with bacon and smoked Gouda cheese is a gluten-free side dish you'll want to make again and again.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 28 mins
• Total Time: 38 mins
• Calories: 200 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 slices bacon
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 cups cauliflower florets
• ⅓ cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble into small pieces.

Step 2

Combine cauliflower, heavy cream, butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and garlic powder in a pot; bring to a boil. Cook until cauliflower is soft, 18 to 20 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer cauliflower mixture carefully to a food processor. Add crumbled bacon and smoked Gouda cheese; blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.