Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Cauliflower mac and cheese is a creamy, baked comfort-style dish made with tender cauliflower florets coated in a rich cheese sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower florets, chopped
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook cauliflower florets until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour until smooth, then slowly add the milk, stirring constantly.
- Add salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Continue to whisk until sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth. Toss the cooked cauliflower in the cheese sauce until fully coated.
- Pour into an 8x8 baking dish and top with extra cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and slightly browned on top.
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Notes
- Cook Cauliflower Just Until Tender: Overcooking can cause the cauliflower to release excess moisture and thin the sauce.
- Whisk the Sauce Constantly: This prevents lumps and helps the cheese sauce stay smooth and creamy.
- Shred Cheese Fresh: Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can affect melting.
- Don’t Over bake: Bake only until bubbly to keep the sauce from drying out.
- Let It Rest Briefly: Allow the dish to sit for a few minutes after baking so the sauce thickens slightly.
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