Description
A kid-friendly version of mac and cheese made with cauliflower instead of pasta. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with hidden veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam cauliflower until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain well.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Add cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Combine cheese sauce with cauliflower. Mix well.
- Transfer to a baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Replace cheddar with mozzarella for a milder flavor.
- Add breadcrumbs on top before baking for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg