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Creamy Cauliflower Mac N Cheese

This dish offers all the cozy satisfaction of traditional mac 'n' cheese but with a wholesome twist. Our three-cheese creamy cheese sauce is luxuriously blended with tender cauliflower florets, creating a velvety texture that coats each bite of cauliflower with a symphony of flavors. It's a harmonious pairing of comfort and well-being, offering the classic taste you love with the added nutrition of cauliflower.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 259 kcal

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Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C)
  • Prep the Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into florets, making sure they are similar in size for even cooking.
  • Steam the Cauliflower:In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets. Boil the cauliflower for about 7-10 minutes, or until it's tender but not mushy. Remove from heat, drain and set aside.
  • Melt the butter: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Combine the cheese: In a large bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese, Monterrey jack cheese, and the muenster cheese.
  • Combine Everything: Pour the melted butter into the cauliflower and mix, add in the heavy cream, the eggs, and the minced garlic. Stir everything together well. Next add in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, add the salt and pepper, and mix well.
  • Prepare a baking dish: Butter the bottom and the sides of a large baking dish and pour the Cauliflower Mac N Cheese into the baking dish. Top with the remaining cheese and dot with 1 tbsp of butter.
  • Bake in preheated oven: Bake the Cauliflower Mac N Cheese at 400°F (204°C) for 30-35 minutes until bubbly around the edges.
  • Serve and Garnish: Spoon the creamy cauliflower mac 'n' cheese into serving dishes. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives for a pop of color and freshness.
  • Enjoy: Serve the Creamy Cauliflower Mac 'n' Cheese hot, and enjoy your low-carb, comfort food-inspired meal.

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Nutrition

Serving: 8gCalories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 2.3gProtein: 9.8gFat: 23.8gSaturated Fat: 14.6gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 98mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 0.8gCalcium: 240mgIron: 1mg
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