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Active Time:30 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:6

Active Time:30 mins

Active Time:

30 mins

Total Time:30 mins

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Servings:6

Servings:

6

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Ingredients for the cheesy ground beef & cauliflower casserole recipe

Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil½cupchopped onion1mediumgreen bell pepper, chopped1poundlean ground beef3cupsbite-size cauliflower florets3clovesgarlic, minced2tablespoonschili powder2teaspoonsground cumin1teaspoondried oregano½teaspoonsalt¼teaspoonground chipotle1(15 ounce) canno-salt-added petite-diced tomatoes2cupsshredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese⅓cupsliced pickled jalapeños

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Ingredients

1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil

½cupchopped onion

1mediumgreen bell pepper, chopped

1poundlean ground beef

3cupsbite-size cauliflower florets

3clovesgarlic, minced

2tablespoonschili powder

2teaspoonsground cumin

1teaspoondried oregano

½teaspoonsalt

¼teaspoonground chipotle

1(15 ounce) canno-salt-added petite-diced tomatoes

2cupsshredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

⅓cupsliced pickled jalapeños

Directions

Position rack in upper third of oven. Preheat broiler to high.

Heat oil in a large broiler-safe skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add beef and cauliflower; cook, stirring and breaking the beef up into smaller pieces, until it is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and chipotle; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and their juices; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced and the cauliflower is tender, about 3 minutes more. Remove from heat.

Ingredients for the cheesy ground beef & cauliflower casserole mixed together in a skillet

Sprinkle cheese over the beef mixture and top with sliced jalapeños. Broil until the cheese is melted and browned in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.

Cheesy ground beef & cauliflower casserole

Equipment

Large broiler-safe skillet

Frequently Asked QuestionsLike broccoli, cauliflower is acruciferous vegetableand cruciferous vegetables have been shown to have a wealth of health benefits. The compounds in cauliflower may help protect against some cancers, lower your risk of heart disease, and possibly protect you from Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.Despite it containing saturated fat, including a little cheese in your diet hassome impressive health benefits, including possibly reducing your risk of heart disease and diabetes, improving your cholesterol and increasing your muscular strength. Nibbling on cheese may even help you live longer.Yes, you can! We use lean ground beef for this recipe, but lean ground turkey or ground chicken would work nicely in this casserole.Ground chipotle is a spice made from chipotle peppers, which are smoked and dried jalapeños. It’s mildly spicy with a smoky flavor. If you can’t find ground chipotle, you can substitute it with ancho chile powder or ¼ teaspoon more chili powder.Yes, you can bake the casserole ahead, cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.Serve this hearty casserole withtortilla chipsorsweet potato chipsand a dollop of sour cream orGreek yogurt. It also pairs well with salads like ourMango & Avocado SaladorPineapple & Cucumber Salad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Like broccoli, cauliflower is acruciferous vegetableand cruciferous vegetables have been shown to have a wealth of health benefits. The compounds in cauliflower may help protect against some cancers, lower your risk of heart disease, and possibly protect you from Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.

Despite it containing saturated fat, including a little cheese in your diet hassome impressive health benefits, including possibly reducing your risk of heart disease and diabetes, improving your cholesterol and increasing your muscular strength. Nibbling on cheese may even help you live longer.

Yes, you can! We use lean ground beef for this recipe, but lean ground turkey or ground chicken would work nicely in this casserole.

Ground chipotle is a spice made from chipotle peppers, which are smoked and dried jalapeños. It’s mildly spicy with a smoky flavor. If you can’t find ground chipotle, you can substitute it with ancho chile powder or ¼ teaspoon more chili powder.

Yes, you can bake the casserole ahead, cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Serve this hearty casserole withtortilla chipsorsweet potato chipsand a dollop of sour cream orGreek yogurt. It also pairs well with salads like ourMango & Avocado SaladorPineapple & Cucumber Salad.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2021

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Nutrition Facts(per serving)351Calories23gFat11gCarbs26gProtein

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

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