There is a new love in my life – Cauliflower. Cauliflower doesn’t leave white starchy spots all over my counter when I chop. We’re getting along quite well, thank you.
Cauli is so versatile that I can make rice with it.
Crock Pot Jalapeno Bacon Mashed Cauliflower
- 1 head cauliflower (or two frozen 12 ounce bags)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped (or 2 tablespoons chopped, canned jalapenos)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Salt to taste
- Chop cauliflower into florets.
- Place cauliflower, salt, pepper, garlic, and jalapeno into 5 quart crock pot.
- Add water to almost cover.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or HIGH 3-4 hours or until tender.
- Drain water and mash using a food processor or blender.
- Mix in sour cream, cheese, and bacon. Let cheese melt. Salt to taste.
- Serve hot.
Yield: 6 servings
Joey-Lynn Bowling says
May 3, 2016 at 1:19 pmIs this okay to have when on the THM (Trim Healthy Mama) plan?
colleen says
September 19, 2013 at 10:37 amStacy, have you ever tried to freeze this recipe? I would think it would freeze well.
Stacy says
September 19, 2013 at 6:02 pmNo, I don’t think it would freeze well. I think it would get too runny.
Stacy says
August 8, 2013 at 12:28 pmBeen there. Done that.
Krystal G says
August 7, 2013 at 6:28 pmOh, wow! I made this tonight and it was so good that I licked my bowl!
Stacy says
August 6, 2013 at 9:35 pmYou’re welcome! I hope it fills the potato need. 🙂
Barbara Bradford says
August 5, 2013 at 12:09 pmThis is so cool, I have been craving mashed potatoes for the last week. Thanks for the recipe
Stacy says
August 4, 2013 at 4:15 pmBoth! 🙂
Diane Balch says
August 4, 2013 at 1:55 pmYour good bye to potatoes was truly touching LOL. Cauliflower is definitely healthier and lower in calories… love this dish. Thanks for sharing it with us on foodie friday.
Stacy says
August 4, 2013 at 4:15 pmYes, it was a very deep and heartfelt note. 😉
Cynthia L says
August 3, 2013 at 9:11 amI am not sure what my favorite part of this recipe is – the jalapeño or the use of a slow cooker! Fantastic recipe!
Thank you for sharing this great recipe at the In and Out of the Kitchen Link party! See you next week!
Stacy says
July 31, 2013 at 4:55 pmIt’s okay to eat cauli for breakfast…I said so. 😉
Gabrielle Daigle says
July 30, 2013 at 9:32 pmUm, YUM! That looks pretty amazing. I’m clipping that puppy into my Evernote right now.
Stacy says
July 31, 2013 at 4:53 pmBarry loves Evernote! I can’t get into it.
Gabrielle Daigle says
July 31, 2013 at 4:59 pmTry using it to clip and organize recipes. It might just blow your mind! I’m playing with it because I hear that you can use it to actually create meal plans and grocery lists, but right now, it’s a little too smart for me. 🙂
Stacy says
July 31, 2013 at 9:38 pmThat’s why I use Pinterest! 🙂
Michelle @ House of Worshipper says
July 30, 2013 at 2:33 pmStacy!!!! this makes me want cauli for breakfast!!! I am going to link to this for sure.
Stacy says
July 30, 2013 at 12:35 pmFrench Fry – that dirty little booger.
Kim of Mo'Betta says
July 30, 2013 at 8:58 amPotato’s evil twin, French Fry, did the same thing to me and my butt…we’ve had to break up as well. I like the idea of throwing it all in the crockpot.
Stacy says
July 30, 2013 at 8:47 amI have that SAME problem.
Stacy says
July 29, 2013 at 9:52 amI hope you cried because you were laughing. LOL
Stacy says
July 29, 2013 at 9:51 amI’m always talking to things…might as well write it down. 😉
Becky says
July 28, 2013 at 9:55 pmHahahaha! Love the running commentary you had through the post.
Cindy Young says
July 28, 2013 at 4:36 pmStacy..I cried, this was so good.
I could eat the whole mess of it!
Someone stop me!
Hannah says
July 27, 2013 at 11:57 amThis looks so awesomely delicious! I, too, have given up with potatoes but…I never really was a potato person in the first place. Your break up letter cracked me up!
Stacy says
July 27, 2013 at 5:05 pm🙂 Good…I’m glad. It cracked me up writing it.
Stacy says
July 27, 2013 at 6:54 amI always get a kick out of comments like this. “I made your recipe, except I didn’t. I changed everything but kept the general idea. Great recipe!” BHAHAHAHAHAHA! 🙂
Carolyn says
July 27, 2013 at 12:02 amI just got the book in the mail today and will start reading it this weekend. I think potatoes will be one of the hardest things to give up. I like my potato soup, mashed potatoes and French fires. It took me forever to find a good soup recipe. Here’s hoping it makes a difference (and that I can convince my husband to eat healthier too)!
Stacy says
July 27, 2013 at 6:53 amThere are so many options for no potatoes! Jicama, radishes, turnips, etc. 🙂 You won’t be missing out. I promise.
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:19 pmNah – I embrace my hermitude. 🙂
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:19 pmOooooooh! I hope this wins him over!
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:18 pmI’m still working on it. 🙂 Salsa Lime Beef.
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:18 pm🙂 Yeah, well….I do have a funny streak.
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:18 pmI can’t wait to eat it again!
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:17 pmI don’t think you’re being serious. lol
GAHCindy says
July 29, 2013 at 5:20 pmSigh. Nobody ever does.
Christina says
July 26, 2013 at 6:54 pmI made this for dinner, with some slight variations, and it was delicious! My hubby really liked it with the jalapeno, bacon, and cheese. Thanks for sharing a great recipe!
Treat and Trick says
July 26, 2013 at 2:32 pmAmazing meal! Never thought to cook cauliflower this way. Thanks for stopping by and for your lovely comment.
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:16 pmIf it can be made in the crock, I’m gonna do it. 🙂
Valerie says
July 26, 2013 at 1:07 pmWhat are you serving with the cauliflower? It looks delish 🙂
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:16 pmA recipe that I’m working on – Salsa Lime Beef. 🙂
Christina says
July 26, 2013 at 12:45 pmOh, and I forgot to mention that leftover cauli-mashies make great loaded fotato soup!!
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:16 pmYes it does! Yummo!
Christina says
July 26, 2013 at 12:44 pmOh, looks yummy! I may have this tonight with grilled steak and a salad. And yeah, the potatoes can hang out with the kids tonight while hubby, oldest daughter (almost 18), and I have these.
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:16 pm🙂 Hope you love them too!
Holly says
July 26, 2013 at 9:51 amThis recipe looks delicious~except the halapeno, but I’ll just leave that out. Is there any calorie or health info? Also, doesn’t the bacon, cheddar and sour cream make it high fat?
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 12:15 pmYep, it’s high in fat. But in a setting with no carbs, we’re not worried about that. We eat plenty of healthy fats and still lose weight. 🙂 Have you read my Trim Healthy Mama post? It’s linked at the bottom of the recipe.
Holly says
July 26, 2013 at 3:21 pmNo, I haven’t read it. I’ll do that. This recipe does look delicious!
Stacy says
July 26, 2013 at 10:15 pmHere ya go: http://www.stacymakescents.com/change-your-life-become-a-trim-healthy-mama
GAHCindy says
July 26, 2013 at 9:28 amI will be trying this recipe, for sure! But I can’t quit potatoes. I *like* my butt fat. 😉
Keren says
July 26, 2013 at 9:18 amYum! I can’t wait to try this!
Stephani says
July 26, 2013 at 8:37 amHaha, this post is pure awesome. Sounds delicious too!
Jenny says
July 26, 2013 at 8:34 amYummy looking recipe, Stacy! I can’t wait to try it! Do you have a recipe for the beef that you are serving it with?
Foodie in WV says
July 26, 2013 at 8:26 amThis might be the way to get my husband to eat cauliflower 🙂 He loves bacon, so this would be perfect!
Jacinda says
July 26, 2013 at 8:15 amWhat is it saying about me (or you, ha!) that I had tears rolling down my cheeks from reading about cauliflower and potatoes? I need to get out more.
Will be trying this. It looks amazing!