Grandma's Cauliflower Recipe

This unbelievably creamy and dreamy cauliflower casserole is a family heirloom recipe! My great-grandmother's classic dish (featured in countless church cookbooks!) was a staple at my Nana's table. Get ready for a surprisingly delicious twist on cauliflower – tender florets coated in a rich, sweet and savory sauce. This recipe is easily adaptable to low-fat mayo and sugar substitutes, but we're sharing the original magic here!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 114.4 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grandma's Cauliflower

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup mayonnaise

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How to Make Grandma's Cauliflower

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender-crisp (about 8-10 minutes). Drain very well and set aside.
While cauliflower cooks, cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan, crumble, and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.
In the same pan, add the reserved bacon grease, sugar, and mayonnaise. Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and nearly translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the crumbled bacon and cooked cauliflower to the pan. Gently toss until the cauliflower is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a greased baking dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned on top.