Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of The Best Cauliflower Mac and Cheese, a delicious twist on the classic comfort food that satisfies your cravings without the carbs. This low-carb dish combines roasted cauliflower with a rich cheese sauce made from cream cheese, cheddar, gruyere, and Monterey Jack, ensuring an irresistible flavor profile that even picky eaters will love. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or meal prep. Elevate your dining experience by serving it alongside fresh greens or grilled chicken for a wholesome feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup gruyere cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Spices: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet; roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- In a large pot over low heat, combine heavy cream and cream cheese; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add cheddar, gruyere, and Monterey Jack cheeses; stir until melted. Mix in garlic powder and onion powder.
- Remove from heat and fold in roasted cauliflower until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg