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cauliflower mac and cheese

This cheesy cauliflower dish replicates traditional mac and cheese without the pasta, perfect for a low-carb, vegetarian meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 26 oz cauliflower florets
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 0.25 cup minced onion
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 7 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Bring a large pot with water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until tender, about 6-7 minutes. Drain well.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt butter and heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced onion and sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in flour and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly to cook out the raw flour taste.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Season with salt.
  6. Remove sauce from heat and stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
  7. Mix cooked cauliflower into cheese sauce and transfer to a baking dish.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden. Broil for 2 minutes to brown the top if desired.

Notes

Feel free to add a breadcrumb topping for extra crunch.