Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

My husband likes cauliflower. Me, not so much. I looked for a recipe that I would like and would please my husband.  This recipe mimics a loaded baked potato.  I liked it well enough, but would prefer an actual baked potato.  If you like cauliflower this would be a great option. If you don't particularly care for cauliflower, this makes it pretty tasty!

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

1 head of cauliflower

6 bacon slices

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise 

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 cups Colby/Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

6 Tablespoons chopped chives  I liked the chives, but you can also use finely chopped green onions

Preheat the oven to 425°. Spray 13x9 baking dish with Pam. 

Cut the cauliflower head into florets.  Steam until just tender.

While the cauliflower is steaming, cook 6 slices of bacon until crisp.  Drain on a paper towel. 

In a large bowl, mix the sour cream, mayo, garlic and salt and pepper.

Chop the bacon into small pieces. Add half to the mayo mixture. Mix in with 1 cup of the shredded cheese and 1/2 of the chives. 

Add in the cauliflower and gently mix in.

Spread the cauliflower mix into the prepared baking dish.  

Top with the remaining bacon and cheese.  Reserve the chives.

Bake for 20 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining chives over the dish and serve.