Description
A healthier twist on classic mac and cheese, this cauliflower version features roasted cauliflower florets smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce. It’s the perfect comfort food, with all the richness and flavor of mac and cheese, but with a veggie-packed base!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp mustard powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture thickens.
- Add the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and mustard powder. Stir until the cheese is melted.
- Mix in the roasted cauliflower.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Feel free to experiment with other cheese types, such as gouda or mozzarella, for a different flavor.
- To make this dish lower-carb, use a gluten-free flour alternative like almond flour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes