Barb's Bacon Cheddar Cauliflower Chowder

By Lulubelle

MWLW Approved & from their archives

Ingredients

• 8 slices of turkey bacon
• 1/2 Cup Onion - diced
• 1/2 Cup Celery - chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves - minced
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• 4 Cups Cauliflower - grated or riced ( approx 1 medium head )
• 2 TBSP Water
• 2 oz. Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese
• 1/4 Cup Regular Half and Half
• 3 Cups Chicken Broth
• 3-4 dashes Hot Sauce (to taste)
• 2 Cups Reduced Fat Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 2 Green Onions - chopped (optional)
• 1 TBSP Olive Oil

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare and cut bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Saute celery, onion & garlic cloves in Olive Oil until tender.
Add cauliflower and 2 TBSP water to pot. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
Add chicken broth, hot sauce, bacon, 2 cups of shredded cheese, cream cheese and half n half.
Stir and simmer 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat.
Allow to cool and sprinkle cheddar cheese and green onions upon the top if desired.