Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Cauliflower Mac And Cheese, featuring tender cauliflower in a creamy cheddar sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or a cozy meal, this delightful dish is made with simple ingredients that deliver exceptional flavor without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads (~1800 g total) cauliflower cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
- ¼ cup (57 g) butter
- ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480 g) whole milk warmed
- 2½ cups (250 g) grated white cheddar cheese divided
- ¼ cup (60 g) sour cream
- ¼ tsp (1 g) garlic powder
- ¼ tsp (0.5 g) onion powder
- ½ tsp (3 g) table salt
- ¼ tsp (0.5 g) black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Chop the cauliflower into 1-inch pieces and steam them until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and let them sit to release excess moisture.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually add the warmed milk while whisking to form a smooth sauce. Cook until slightly thickened, enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Lower the heat, and mix in 2 cups of cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Incorporate the sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Gently fold in the steamed cauliflower, ensuring each piece is coated in sauce. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling and the cheese is lightly melted. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added texture, consider topping with breadcrumbs before baking for a crunchy crust.
You can substitute other cheeses for a different flavor profile, such as gouda or mozzarella.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 83mg