Cauliflower Mac-N-Cheese

Cauliflower Mac-N-Cheese

An easy mac and cheese recipe.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
  • ½ cup cauliflower florets
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.

Step 2
Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Place cauliflower in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth.

Step 3
Coat a large saucepan with non-stick cooking spray; place over medium heat. Add oil and flour; cook, stirring constantly, until a thick paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes. Add milk; cook and stir until mixture thickens, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 4
Mix cauliflower, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper into milk mixture; stir until sauce is smooth. Fold macaroni into sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

471
Calories
29g
Fat
34g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 471
% Daily Value *
Total Fat29g 37%
Saturated Fat16g 81%
Cholesterol78mg 26%
Sodium656mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate34g 12%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars3g
Protein19g
Vitamin C6mg 30%
Calcium375mg 29%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium249mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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