The Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Indulge in a healthier twist on a classic favorite with The Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. This creamy, cheesy dish swaps out traditional pasta for roasted cauliflower, delivering all the satisfying flavors you crave without the carbs. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe features a rich blend of cheeses enveloping tender cauliflower, making it a delicious addition to any meal. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish, ensuring everyone at the table will love it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup gruyere cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- In a large pot over low heat, combine heavy cream and cream cheese; whisk until smooth. Gradually add cheddar, gruyere, and Monterey Jack cheeses while stirring until melted. Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Remove from heat and fold in roasted cauliflower until coated in cheese sauce. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg