Cooking spray
2 (1 1/2-lb.) heads cauliflower, trimmed and cut into bite-size florets
1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8-oz.) container sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
6 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups), divided
6 ounces pepper Jack cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups), divided
8 bacon slices, cooked and coarsely chopped, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives, divided |
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
Step 2
Fit a large pot with a steamer basket, and fill with 1 inch of water. Add cauliflower florets, and cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high. Reduce heat to medium, and steam until cauliflower is very tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile, stir together cream cheese and sour cream in a large bowl until very smooth, about 1 minute. Fold in garlic powder, 1 cup each of the Cheddar and pepper Jack, half of the bacon, and 3 tablespoons of the chives. Fold in warm cauliflower. Spoon into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining bacon, Cheddar, and pepper Jack.
Step 4
Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and top starts to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon chives. Serve hot. |