Cauliflower and Bacon Boats
I am absolutely in love with this recipe! It is perfect in every way! I love that people who are watching their carbs can enjoy this. As a low carb eater, I find it hard, at some parties, to find items I can enjoy. However, now you can create a beautiful appetizer without having to worry about your carb count. If you don’t like endives, this recipe is great as a side dish as well!!!
CAULIFLOWER AND BACON BOATS
1 Head of Cauliflower
5 Strips of Bacon
1/4 -1/2 cup of chopped onion
3 Garlic Cloves – chopped
1 Tbsp of your favorite fresh herbs
1 Tbsp nutmeg
1/2 stick of butter of 1/4 cup of olive oil
Juice of 2 lemons
1 Tsp of lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste
1 endive
2 Tbsp of your favorite salad dressing (I love ranch)
Cut the cauliflower into small pieces and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. Arrange on a baking pan and roast in your oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cauliflower becomes tender. Once the cauliflower is done, heat butter or olive oil in a pan and saute the onions and garlic. Throw in the bacon and continue until its ready. For the last step, add the cauliflower to the mixture in the pan and add lemon juice, lemon zest, nutmeg, herbs, and salt and pepper. Arrange the endive leaves on a plate and add a drop or two of your favorite dressing. Fill with the cauliflower mixture. Sprinkle dried chives, or any herb you adore and serve immediately.
The cauliflower mixture can also be prepared a day ahead! Or served as a side dish without the endive boats.
