low calorie cauliflower mac and cheese Recipe

Name: low calorie cauliflower mac and cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cup cauliflower florets; 2 tbsp Earth balance or similar butter; 3 tbsp whole wheat flour; 2 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar; 1/2 cup nutritional yeast; 1 dash Cayenne pepper; 1 dash onion powder; 1 dash pepper; 2 egg yolks; 1 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 2 clove minced garlic; 2 cup unsweetened almond milk

Servings: persons

8 cup cauliflower florets
2 tbsp Earth balance or similar butter
3 tbsp whole wheat flour
2 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
1 dash Cayenne pepper
1 dash onion powder
1 dash pepper
2 egg yolks
1 1/2 cup bread crumbs
2 clove minced garlic
2 cup unsweetened almond milk

1
Preheat oven to 350F
2
Bring large pot of water to boil and season with salt
3
Add cauliflower and cook until tender
4
Drain, reserving 1 Cup of liquid and set aside
5
In same pot melt butter on medium heat
6
Whisk in flour, garlic, milk , cooking liquid.
7
Whisk the entire time until thickened
8
Remove from heat and add cheese , yeast , cayenne pepper, and egg.
9
Stir until melted
10
Add cauliflower
11
Spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and pour in mixture
12
Top with bread crumbs and onion powder and pepper
13
Bake for 30 minutes
14
*tip* u can spray breadcrumbs with cooking spray to ensure it becomes crisp and brown

1230

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cup cauliflower florets, 2 tbsp Earth balance or similar butter, 3 tbsp whole wheat flour, 2 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar, and more.

Yes, low calorie cauliflower mac and 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

low calorie cauliflower mac and cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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