Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe
My 4-ingredient baked cauliflower mac and cheese is better than the real thing. This easy recipe allows you to still enjoy classic comfort foods while following a low-carb diet!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 266kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large cauliflower (mine was 1.5 pounds)
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 ounces cream cheese or other soft cheese
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard optional
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F.
- Cut cauliflower into small pieces. Steam in a saucepan until soft. Strain out and discard the water.1 large cauliflower
- Whisk the cream and cream cheese in the saucepan over medium heat until smooth. Stir in 1½ cups shredded cheese (save the other ½ cup to sprinkle on top). Continue warming until sauce is smooth and thick. Season with salt, pepper, and optional mustard or garlic.⅓ cup heavy whipping cream, 2 ounces cream cheese, 2 cups cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Arrange the cauliflower in an 8x8-inch or 2 quart oval baking dish. Pour the sauce over and mix to combine.
- Top with remaining ½ cup cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes, until brown and bubbly.
- Cool slightly and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 704mg | Fiber: 3g | Net Carbohydrates: 3g
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