Pan Seared Cauliflower with Bacon and Garlic
Easy, flavorful cauliflower side dish.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 161kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups cauliflower florets (one large head)
- 3 slices thick cut bacon , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic , slivered or coarse chopped
- olive oil as needed
- salt and fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a cast iron or heavy skillet on medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy
- Remove and drain on paper towel
- In the same skillet, remove most of the bacon grease leaving about 1 tablespoon and add cauliflower
- Stir the florets in the remaining grease to lightly coat
- Cook while stirring until the cauliflower is browned, add more olive oil (or reserved bacon grease) for additional browning if needed (5 to 6 minutes)
- Add the reserved bacon and garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute
- Lightly salt and pepper
- Serve immediately
Notes
- Reserve the excess bacon grease to add to the cauliflower while cooking if necessary.
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal