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loaded cauliflower (mac) and cheese

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Recipe by
Linda O'Connor
@lindaoconnor
Medford, MN

This is a nice, tasty non-macaroni Mac and cheese casserole. Very flavorful and my kids loved it.

yield 6 serving(s)
method Bake

Ingredients For loaded cauliflower (mac) and cheese

  • 4 c
    cauliflower, cooked
  • CHEESE SAUCE
  • 4 oz
    cream cheese
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/3 c
    low-carb milk or whipping cream
  • 1 Tbsp
    water
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    white pepper
  • 2/3 c
    shredded monterey or cheddar cheese
  • TOPPING
  • 2/3 c
    grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 slice
    cooked bacon, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped, fresh parsley

How To Make loaded cauliflower (mac) and cheese

  • 1
    Cheese Sauce: In nonstick pan, combine cream cheese, butter, milk, water, salt and white pepper. Whisk occasionally. Stir in Cheddar cheese until it melts and sauce is smooth. Add extra water if necessary 1 tablespoon at a time. ***Cheese sauce can be poured over cooked broccoli or cauliflower for a side dish. You can double the recipe very easily.
  • 2
    Chop Cauliflower into smaller pieces, but not too small. In large bowl, combine cauliflower and Cheese Sauce. Place mixture in 2 qt. shallow casserole dish.
  • 3
    Topping: In small bowl combine 2/3 cup grated cheddar cheese, bacon and parsley. Sprinkle over the top of the cauliflower.
  • 4
    Bake at 350 degrees about 15 minutes or until slightly browned and bubbly. You could put the casserole under the broiler for 2 minutes to brown the cauliflower a little more.
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