Macaroni Cauliflower And Cheese

Steam cauliflower until tender but firm. Remove from heat. Set aside.

Bring salted water to boil in a large pot. Add pasta. Cook until just tender but still firm, 5 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Add cauliflower to pot.

Combine cheese in a small bowl.

Melt butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. Add flour. Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Whisk milk into roux. Cook, stirring, until thickened.

Add 2/3 of the cheese to milk. Stir until smooth. Add mustard, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.

Add cheese sauce to the pasta and cauliflower. Stir to combine. Pour into a buttered rectangular baking dish.

Toast breadcrumbs in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until golden. Remove from heat and toss with remaining cheese. Add a pinch of salt. Spread breadcrumb mixture over pasta.

Bake in pre-heated 350 F. oven until top is golden and crusty, about 40 minutes.