Description
Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese is a low-carb, creamy, and cheesy comfort food alternative made with roasted cauliflower florets instead of pasta.
Ingredients
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- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add milk and cream, whisking continuously until smooth and thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted. Add garlic powder and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine roasted cauliflower with the cheese sauce in a baking dish. Mix well.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use pre-cut cauliflower for convenience.
- For extra crunch, add a layer of breadcrumbs before baking.
- Try adding cooked bacon or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg