Low Carb & Lovin' It Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Submitted by Ciera H.

"Cauliflower Mac and Cheese"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus as needed
• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
• vegetable cooking spray
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 1⁄2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup for topping the casserole
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season the water with salt.
2. Spray the baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
3. Cook the cauliflower in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well and pat between several layers of paper towels to dry. Transfer the cauliflower to the baking dish and set aside.
4. Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan, and whisk in the cream cheese and mustard until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese, salt, pepper and garlic and whisk just until the cheese melts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat, pour over the cauliflower, and stir to combine. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake until browned and bubbly hot, about 15 minutes. Serve.