Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese Casserole

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 1 large head Cauliflower
  • 1/8 tsp Garlic powder

• Condiments

  • 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 Kosher salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1 Vegetable oil spray

• Dairy

  • 1 1/2 cups Cheddar, sharp
  • 2 oz Cream cheese
  • 1 cup Heavy cream

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Description

Ingredients

• Kosher salt, as needed, plus 1/2 teaspoon
• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
• Vegetable oil 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, plus 1/2 cup for topping the casserole
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• Equipment: 8 by 8-inch baking dish

Directions

• Directions Watch how to make this recipe. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season the water with salt.Spray the baking dish with vegetable oil spray.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.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. Recipe courtesy of George Stella CATEGORIES: Cauliflower Main Dish Pasta Dishes View All Main Ingredient Cauliflower Vegetables Cheddar Course Main Dish Side Dish Dish Pasta Dishes Cooking Style Easy Nutrition Low Carbohydrate