Description
Buttered Ranch Cauliflower Casserole is a creamy, savory dish that transforms humble cauliflower into a comforting delight. This casserole features tender cauliflower coated in a rich ranch sauce, topped with bubbling cheese and crunchy breadcrumbs. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, it’s sure to impress even the pickiest eaters while sneaking in those essential veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 oz ranch dressing mix (about 1 packet)
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil salted water, then cook cauliflower florets for 5-7 minutes until just tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, ranch dressing mix, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold cooked cauliflower into the sauce mixture until fully coated.
- Pour mixture into a greased baking dish, sprinkle cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg