Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Step 2

Cook 4 pieces of bacon on the stove in a skillet. Tip: Cook this in an ovenproof skillet, like a cast iron, so you can transfer to the oven in the same skillet.

Step 3

Remove bacon from skillet, crumble into smaller pieces, and set aside. Leave bacon drippings in the skillet.

Step 4

Add cauliflower pieces and garlic to skillet and cook on medium heat. You'll want to stir and coat them with the bacon drippings. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until tender (yet still a little al dente). Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Step 5

In a small saucepan on the stove over medium heat, melt butter, add cheddar cheese, cream, and mustard. Stir until it forms a creamy sauce.

Step 6

Pour cheese mixture over the cauliflower and mix in. Also mix back in the bacon crumbles.

Step 7

Top with shredded Gouda cheese and crushed pork rinds. Place in the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

Step 8

Serve as a warm side dish.