Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 2 qt baking dish with butter or nonstick spray. Set aside.

Step 2

Steam or boil cauliflower until just tender, but still firm, about 5 minutes. Drain well and place in baking dish.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain and sprinkle over the cauliflower.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute, whisking constantly.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in milk and continue whisking until mixture starts to bubble and has thickened. Remove from heat, stir in nutmeg, and cheddar cheese until melted, then season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Pour cheese sauce over cauliflower and stir to combine, if desired.

Step 7

Top with parmesan cheese. Stir together breadcrumbs and melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the top.

Step 8

Bake until top is golden brown and cheese sauce is bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Enjoy!