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Stovetop Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Easy Stovetop Cauliflower Mac & Cheese for Cheesy Comfort

This Stovetop Cauliflower Mac & Cheese offers a delicious low-carb alternative that's creamy and satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Cut into bite-sized florets
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup Milk Whole or low-fat
  • 1/2 cup Half and Half Substitute with extra milk for lighter sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Optional
  • 1 tsp Paprika Can swap with cayenne for spice

Equipment

  • microwave-safe dish
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Steam the cauliflower in a microwave-safe dish with a splash of water for 6-8 minutes until tender.
  2. In a pot, mix whole milk, half and half, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika; heat until simmering.
  3. Add softened cream cheese to the mixture and stir until melted to create the cheese sauce.
  4. Fold in shredded sharp cheddar cheese and continue to stir until melted and thick.
  5. Add the drained cauliflower to the cheese sauce, mixing well to coat each piece, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 15gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, mix in the cheese at the end and drain the cauliflower well to avoid a watery sauce.

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