This Keto Cauliflower Mac and Cheese recipe will fix all your pasta cravings in less than 30 minutes! Soft, tender steamed cauliflower bites coated with a cheesy mac and cheese sauce and only 5 grams of net carbs per serving!
Duration
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower about 1 lb cauliflower florets, 6 cups.
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 4 ounces Softened Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese divided
- 1 cup Grated Gruyere or Emmental
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Optional Add-ons for a Keto Casserole
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar
- 1/2 cup Bacon Bites
Instructions
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Trim the cauliflower stems, remove the leaves, then break into small bite-size florets about 1 1/2 inches wide.
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Place the florets into a steamer basket and steam for 8 minutes until fork tender.
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Cool down on a colander for few minutes until completely steamed out, then transfer to a large baking dish and spread into an even single layer.
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Meanwhile, prepare the mac and cheese sauce.
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In a large saucepan – large enough to fit the cauliflower florets – add the butter and almond milk and bring to a light boil, then whisk in cubes of softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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When the mixture is smooth, stir in shredded cheddar and shredded gruyere.
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Stir over low heat for 1 or 2 minutes or until the cheese just has melted and a creamy sauce forms. If too thick or stringy, add more almond milk at room temperature until it reaches your liking.
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Stir the cooked cauliflower florets into the sauce and keep cooking for 1-3 minutes until hot.
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For a casserole, transfer into a 9×13-inch baking dish, sprinkle extra shredded cheese on top, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes or until cheese is broiled on top.
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Serve immediately with fresh herb or plain.
Nutrition Information
Amount Per Serving (1 Serving (1 1/2 Cup)
Calories: 454.7 | Calories from Fat: 345 | Fat: 38.3g | Cholesterol: 107.6mg | Sodium: 796.8mg
Potassium: 425.2mg | Carbohydrates: 7.4g | Fiber: 2.2g| Sugar: 2.8g | PROTEIN: 21.8g | Calcium: 563.1mg | Iron: 0.9mg | Net Carbs: 5.2g