Best Ever Cauliflower Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Best Ever Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cauliflower, fresh or frozen; 8 ounces macaroni; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons flour; 1 1/4 cups milk; 3/4 cup cream; 1/2 teaspoon salt; pepper; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg; 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated; 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

2 cups cauliflower, fresh or frozen
8 ounces macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1 1/4 cups milk
3/4 cup cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Cook the cauliflower in simmering water until tender. Use a slotted spoon to remove.
3
Cut the cauliflower florets into bite size pieces.
4
Return water to the boil and cook the pasta in the same water. Drain.
5
Combine the melted butter, breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl and set aside.
6
Melt the butter in medium sauce pan.
7
Add flour mixed with salt, nutmeg and pepper, using a whisk to stir until well blended.
8
Slowly add the milk and cream, stirring continuously until blended.
9
Simmer for 2 minutes or until it thickens, stirring constantly.
10
Remove from heat and add the cheese, stirring until melted.
11
Combine the pasta, cauliflower and cheese sauce and transfer to a buttered casserole dish.
12
Top with the breadcrumb mixture.
13
Bake for 20 minutes, until the breadcrumbs form a crispy crust.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cauliflower, fresh or frozen, 8 ounces macaroni, 4 tablespoons butter, 4 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Best Ever Cauliflower Mac & Cheese falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Best Ever Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

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