We Don’t Mean to Sound Cheesy, but You’re About to Fall In Love With This Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
If you’re one of the folks who avoids pasta/noodles/bread like the plague, get ready to indulge in some gooey, cheesy goodness. I have been fortunate enough to try this recipe firsthand and can safely report that it handily scratches that mac & cheese itch. The addition of Quest Nacho Cheese Tortilla-style protein chips gives the recipe a nice protein boost and pairs perfectly with a bowl of melted cheese. Don’t take my word for it, make this incredible recipe yourself!
NUTRITIONAL INFO
CAULIFLOWER MAC & CHEESE
Yields: 3 servings | Serving Size: 1 serving bowl
Calories: 300 | Protein: 13g | Fat: 24g | Net Carb: 8g
Total Carb: 10g | Fiber: 2g
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 | Total Time: 40 mins
Ingredients
CAULIFLOWER MAC & CHEESE
- 1 head of cauliflower
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bag Quest Nacho Cheese Tortilla-Style Protein Chips
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- dried parsley for garnish
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet with tin foil
- cut the cauliflower into small pieces about 1/2-1 inch. Toss the chopped florets in the olive oil and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
- Meanwhile, place the cheddar cheese, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper into a small pot over medium heat. Cook until melted and smooth.
- Remove the florets from the oven and place in a bowl.
- Mix in the melted cheese sauce.
- Place mixture in serving bowl and garnish with parsley and smashed Nacho Cheese Tortilla chips.
- Dig in!
