Cauliflower "Mac and Cheese"

Name: Cauliflower "Mac and Cheese"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 Large Cauliflower - Cut Up; 2 Tbsp Butter; 2 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 2 Cup Milk; 2 Tsp Dijon Mustard; 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder; 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder; 1/4 Tsp Mild Smoked Spanish Paprika; 1 Tsp Salt And Pepper - To Taste; 2 Cup Cheddar Cheese - Shredded; 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese - Grated; 1/2 Cup Mozzarella Cheese - Shredded

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Total: 50 min Serves: 6 35 views

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Here is a way to get all the creamy, cheesy comfort of the classic with tender cauliflower standing in for the pasta. A silky cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella sauce coats the florets before the whole thing bakes until golden and bubbling. It is a lighter, lower-carb twist that still hits every cozy note, making a satisfying side or a meatless main.

Ingredients

1 Large Cauliflower - Cut Up
2 Tbsp Butter
2 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour (or Cornstarch)
2 Cups Milk
2 Tsp Dijon Mustard
1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
1/4 Tsp Mild Smoked Spanish Paprika
1 Tsp Salt And Pepper - To Taste
2 Cups Cheddar Cheese - Shredded
1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese - Grated
1/2 Cup Mozzarella Cheese - Shredded

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Steam or boil the cauliflower florets for 5-7 minutes, until just fork-tender. Drain very well and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Remove from the heat and stir in the cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella until melted and smooth.
Fold the cauliflower into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
If using the topping, mix the breadcrumbs, butter, and Parmesan together and sprinkle over the casserole.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, then broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.