Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Bake

When I began this way of eating, I pretty much ate the same thing everyday. I am a creature of habit. I eventually needed some variety in my life. Yes I love the cauliflower mash. Sometimes I need a bit more flavor though. Something that could go with anything.

In my old way of eating, I was satisfied most of the time with a baked potato with butter only. Then there would be those days that I wanted a loaded baked potato. I used to hit up a restaurant that had baked potatoes topped with barbecue. This wasn't their main specialty. I think it should have been though.

The good thing about keto is that you don't have to skimp on flavor. The best thing about a loaded baked potato wasn't really the potato. It was the toppings! Luckily most of them are keto friendly. Just to think, when I tried low fat diets, I used to say no to these things, and tried to only put a tiny bit of butter on my potato. Little did I know that the potato was the real problem. Well this is how America followed guidelines and got fatter!

This turns out to be a cream, flavorful side dish that can accompany almost anything. It pairs great with a steak and can stand up next to spicy fried chicken too.

I hope you'll try this recipe and enjoy!



 Ingredients:
12 oz package frozen broccoli, steam in bag
12 oz package frozen cauliflower, steam in bag
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar
4 oz of cream cheese melted.
2 oz butter melted
2.5 oz real bacon bits
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons dried chopped chives
2 teaspoons parsley flakes
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
2. Microwave steam in bag broccoli and cauliflower together for 8 minutes.
3. Drain vegetables and place into large bowl.
4. Melt butter and cream cheese together and mix with a whisk or fork until smooth.
5. Stir butter and cream cheese into the broccoli cauliflower.
6. Add herb and spices and the sour cream. Stir
7. Add 1 cup of the shredded cheese and half of the bacon bits stir.
8. Pour into a greased casserole dish.
9. Top with remaining cheese and bacon bits.
10. Bake for 45 minutes until vegetables are fork tender.