Mashed Cauliflower With Sauerkraut Casserole

I suppose this is like a "low-carb" version of mashed potatoes and sauerkraut.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  head cauliflower, broken into flowerets
• 1⁄2 cup low-fat mayonnaise, can use full-fat mayo
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
•  salt (to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon paprika
• 1  cup sauerkraut, rinsed and drained, chopped if desired
• 2 1⁄2 cups  shredded cheddar cheese, DIVIDED
• 1  small onion, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup bacon bits (optional)
• 3  tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F Ligtly grease/sparay a large casserole dish; set aside.
2. Steam/boil cauliflower until tender; drain. In food processor or blender, whip cauliflower with the mayonnaise and garlic to a smooth consistency.
3. ****If you like a chunkier texture, use a potato masher.***.
4. Pour whipped cauliflower mixture into a large bowl.
5. Add the salt, pepper, paprika, sauerkraut, 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, onion, and bacon bits.
6. Pour mixture into the prepared casserole; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese and drizzle with the melted butter. Bake at 425 for about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.