Bacon Kissed Cauliflower Dip W Crispy Corn Tortillas Ragu Recipe

This crowd-pleasing appetizer is a Ragú® recipe contest entry! Imagine a creamy, cheesy, smoky cauliflower dip, infused with crispy bacon and served with crunchy homemade corn tortilla chips. This show-stopping dip is perfect for your next party. Make it ahead, pop it in the oven, and watch your guests rave! #cauliflowerdip #appetizer #partyfood #bacon #ragurecipe #cheesedip #easyrecipe #homemade

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 1573.9 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Kissed Cauliflower Dip W Crispy Corn Tortillas Ragu

  • 2 tablespoons corn oil
  • 8 white corn tortillas, cut into 6-8 triangles each
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 6 slices smoked bacon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar Ragú Mozzarella sauce
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

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How to Make Bacon Kissed Cauliflower Dip W Crispy Corn Tortillas Ragu

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Fry 6-8 corn tortilla triangles at a time until golden brown and crispy (about 2-3 minutes per batch).
  3. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. Sprinkle with sea salt immediately.
  5. Repeat until all tortillas are fried.
  6. Set aside.
  7. In a food processor, pulse 1 large head of cauliflower until it resembles rice.
  8. Set aside.
  9. Cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside to cool on paper towels. Crumble when cool.
  10. Remove all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from the pan.
  11. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan and sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  12. Add the riced cauliflower, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Sauté until slightly browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  13. Stir in 1 (24 ounce) jar Ragú® Mozzarella sauce and 8 ounces shredded pepper jack cheese.
  14. Stir until cheese is melted and combined.
  15. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe serving dish.
  16. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon melted butter, and the crumbled bacon.
  17. Sprinkle the bacon and breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cauliflower dip.
  18. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  19. Serve immediately with the crispy corn tortilla chips.
  20. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

67 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

147g

Carbs

15g