Ingredients

  • 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), broken into florets
  • 6 bacon strips, diced
  • 1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
  • 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onion
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Dash pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Method

  • Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Toss bacon and bread crumbs with drippings; set aside.
  • Drain cauliflower. Arrange the tomatoes in a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with onion, dill, salt and pepper. Top with cauliflower and bacon mixture.
  • Cover and bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.