Created by Mepps on December 16, 2016
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place the cauliflower florets in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until just fork-tender but not really soft, or you can steam on top of the oven, then hand-squeeze out any moisture.
Step 2: In a large skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add flour and stir until golden, 2 minutes. Add milk and bring to a low simmer and add cream cheese, whisking until combined. Stir in 1 cup cheddar until melted and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3: In a casserole dish, add drained cauliflower. Pour over cheese sauce and stir until combined. Stir in all but 1 tablespoon each cooked bacon and scallions until combined, then top with remaining cheddar, bacon, and scallions.
Step 4: Bake until cauliflower is tender and cheese is bubbly and thickened, 30 minutes.
Step 5: Let cool slightly, then serve.