The Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and flavorful cauliflower mac and cheese. A healthier twist on the classic dish that doesn’t compromise on taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 large head OR 2 small heads cauliflower, cut into small bite-size pieces
Seasoning:
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. onion powder
Cheese Sauce:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 tsp. paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare cheese sauce: In a pot, melt cream cheese in heavy cream. Add cheddar, gruyere, and Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until smooth. Season with spices.
- Combine: Add roasted cauliflower to cheese sauce. Stir to coat evenly. Serve hot, optionally topped with paprika.
Notes
- You can customize the cheese blend to your preference.
- Feel free to add breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Cauliflower Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Healthy Mac and Cheese
