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A baking dish filled with golden-brown macaroni and cheese, featuring a bubbly, crispy top layer of melted cheese. The dish rests on a wooden surface, showcasing its creamy and rich texture. Handles are visible on each side of the dish.
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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe

Prep Time1 hour
WORK TIME30 minutes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 yields

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of Cauliflower cut into small florets
  • 4 tablespoons 60g Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
  • 6 tablespoons 45g Flour
  • 2 cups 480ml Milk
  • 1 cup 110g Cheddar cheese, grated plus extra for topping
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ cup 40g Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  • DIRECTIONS
    1. To a large pot of boiling water add 1 tablespoon of salt. Add cauliflower florets and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
    2. Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
    3. In a saucepan melt butter over medium heat, add crushed garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add flour, cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute. While constantly whisking, gradually pour in the milk. Keep cooking and whisking over medium-low heat until the sauce is thickened.
    4. Remove from heat and add salt, pepper, paprika, Dijon mustard and cheddar cheese. Stir until melted and combined.
    5. Spread cauliflower florets over the bottom of a baking dish. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower and stir until combined. Sprinkle some grated cheddar and parmesan cheese on top.
    6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
    7. Serve!
    Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe

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