Roasted Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese on a plate with a fork

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Roasted Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

A fan-favorite turned healthy and light, this Roasted Cauliflower Mac and Cheese has no macaroni but will still fulfill your craving!

Prep Time20

Cook Time5

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baked cauliflower, cauliflower, mac and cheese, macaroni and cheese

Servings:

Author: Lama

Ingredients

2 heads cauliflower
¼ cup butter
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup Monterey cheese block or shredded
¼ cup flour
2 cups whole milk or heavy cream
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Wash and cut cauliflower into small florets. Place on a sprayed baking sheet. Generously spray the cauliflower florets then roast for 15 -20 minutes at 450F. Broil for a few minutes if needed.
In a large sauce pan melt the butter, then add flour and whisk until combined.
Pour in the milk as you whisk over medium high heat. Add in the salt and pepper.
Lower the heat to low then add in the cheese is melted and mixture has thickened.
Gently fold in the roasted cauliflower until they are all coated with the cheese sauce. Enjoy warm

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Notes

If you want a light sauce, use almond milk or coconut milk if you don't mind the flavor.

It's a great idea to season the florets as they roast, right before you broil, with salt and black pepper or spices of your choice, to add up flavors.

When you roast, try to get the cauliflower florets a little extra crispy for better texture and to prevent them from getting too mushy when folded into the sauce.

Make sure you melt your cheeses well and get the sauce to the perfect consistency before folding in the roasted cauliflower.

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