Thread: Original Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Casserole

Original Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Casserole

The Stella family absolutely love macaroni and cheese. But who doesn't? This version features cauliflower to give it a little health boost. 9K+
Added to Recipes on Fri 01/13/2012
Ingredients
Serves 8
Kosher salt, as needed, plus 1/2 teaspoon
Vegetable oil spray
1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, plus ½ cup for topping the casserole
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder


Directions
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, seasoning the water with salt. Spray an 8x8 baking dish with vegetable oil spray.


Cook the cut cauliflower in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.


Drain well and pat between several layers of paper towels to dry. Transfer the cauliflower to the baking dish and set aside.


Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan and then whisk in the cream cheese and mustard, continuously whisking until smooth.


Stir in the 1 1/2 cups of cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and whisk just until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Remove the sauce from the heat, pour over the cauliflower, and stir all to combine.


Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake until browned and bubbly hot, about 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Helpful Hints
To save on paper towels, we’ve found that you can place the cauliflower in a colander and drain the excess water by pressing down on the florets with a heavy bowl.

Nutrition Information
Calories: 190
Fat: 15g
Protein: 7g
Fiber: 3g
Net Carbs: 4g

Recipe by George Stella, from the book George Stella’s Still Livin' Low Carb; A lifetime of Low Carb Recipes.

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