Ingredients
- 1. Generously coat with fragrant olive oil cooking spray.
- 2. Slice up a delectable sweet apple chicken sausage link from a renowned brand, like Trader Joes®, into 1/4-inch pieces.
- 3. Prepare a substantial head of cauliflower by cutting it into delightful florets.
- 4. Cubed portions of creamy cream cheese from a delightful package.
- 5. Melt and incorporate unsalted butter into the mix.
- 6. Enhance the flavors with a hint of garlic powder.
- 7. Add a pinch of salt to taste.
- 8. Sprinkle in some freshly ground black pepper for a touch of spice, adjust according to your preference.
- 9. Infuse a dash of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, adjust to your liking.
- 10. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded pepper Jack cheese for a burst of flavor.
- 11. Complete the ensemble with four slices of savory bacon.
Step 1
Prepare your trusty 4- to 6-quart slow cooker by giving it a good spritz of cooking spray.
Step 2
In a cozy small skillet, spritz some cooking spray and toss in the sausage. Let them sizzle over medium heat until they turn a beautiful brown color, usually around 2 to 3 minutes. Once they're ready, lovingly transfer them to the waiting slow cooker. Now, it's time to add in the star of the show - cauliflower, along with the creamy cream cheese, a dollop of butter, a sprinkle of garlic powder, and a dash of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Gently mix everything together.
Step 3
Cover the slow cooker with a sense of anticipation and let it work its magic on Low heat until the cauliflower is tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork, which typically takes about 2 hours. When the time is up, stir in the luscious pepper Jack cheese and let it mingle with the rest of the ingredients for an additional 30 minutes.
Step 4
While that's simmering away, take out a grand skillet and lay out the bacon strips. Cook them over medium-high heat, giving them a turn now and then, until they reach that perfect crispiness and a gorgeous brown color, usually around 10 minutes. Once they're done, let them rest on a bed of paper towels to soak up any excess oil, then crumble them up once they've cooled a bit. Sprinkle this delightful bacon confetti over the finished casserole for an extra touch of flavor and crunch.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Start by prepping your cauliflower - remove the leaves and chop into florets of similar sizes.
- 2. Store the cauliflower in an airtight container or resealable bag to keep it fresh for longer.
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