Best 6 5 Ingredient Cauliflower Mac N Cheese Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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With only five main ingredients and a sprinkle of seasonings, you can create a comforting and creamy cauliflower mac n cheese recipe from Tasty. This simple yet satisfying dish is a perfect weeknight meal or a comforting side for any occasion. The cauliflower adds a healthy twist to the classic mac n cheese, providing essential vitamins and minerals. The combination of flavors and textures creates a delightful experience that will please both adults and children alike.

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KETO BACON CAULIFLOWER "MAC" 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



Keto Bacon Cauliflower

Just because you're on a keto diet doesn't mean you should forsake all comfort food. This super indulgent mac 'n' cheese manages to stay low-carb thanks to one magical ingredient: cauliflower. Add bacon to the mix and you get the perfect dinner.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 strips bacon
4 cups water
1 large head cauliflower
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
4 oz cream cheese
⅓ cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, cook the bacon for 6 minutes, or until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, pat off excess grease with a paper towel, then chop and set aside.
  • Add the water to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
  • While the water heats up, chop the cauliflower into small pieces.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the cauliflower to the boiling water, then cover and cook for 4 minutes, or until slightly tender. Drain the cauliflower and set aside.
  • In the same saucepan, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, remaining teaspoon of salt, the cayenne, and paprika. Stir to combine, then cook for 4 minutes, until smooth and thick.
  • Fold in the cauliflower, then add the cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted, then fold in the bacon.
  • Scoop into serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 5 grams

5-INGREDIENT CAULIFLOWER MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



5-Ingredient Cauliflower Mac 'N' Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cauliflower, salt, pepper, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head cauliflower
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
¼ cup sour cream, or greek yogurt
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
fresh parsley, chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into small florets, about 4 cups (1.2 kg).
  • Add cauliflower florets into a 6-quart (6 L) Dutch oven of boiling water and boil for 5 minutes.
  • Drain the cauliflower in a colander, and return to the pot. Reduce heat to low.
  • Add in salt, pepper, and sour cream, and stir until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
  • Remove from heat. Top with parsley (optional).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 7 grams

LOW-CARB CAULIFLOWER HOT MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



Low-Carb Cauliflower Hot Mac 'N' Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

Cut down on carbs and keep up the flavor with this creamy cauliflower mac!

Provided by Griffin Bohen-Meissner

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head cauliflower
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 oz cream cheese
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 oz cheddar cheese
4 oz smoked gouda cheese
1 tablespoon Frank's Red Hot Original Sauce
minced fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Break down the cauliflower head into small florets and add them to the boiling water. Cook for 3 minutes, then use a slotted spoon to move the cauliflower into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sizzling and fragrant. Add the cream cheese and heavy cream. Whisk until the cream cheese is completely melted and smooth. Stir in the paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the cheddar and gouda cheese to the pan and whisk until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Add the cauliflower to the sauce, tossing gently to coat. Stir in Frank's Red Hot Original Sauce. Garnish with parsley and additional Frank's to serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CAULIFLOWER "MACARONI" AND CHEESE



Cauliflower

A healthier version of the classic comfort food... it won for "Best Mac and Cheese" at our annual cookout, kids love it, and you don't feel as guilty!

Provided by angelinamarie3

Categories     Cauliflower Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and set on paper towels to dry.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and cook until bubbling. Slowly add 1 cup Cheddar cheese; cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Place cauliflower in the prepared baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over top and stir until thoroughly coated. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is fully melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 283.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

GH CAULIFLOWER MAC 'N' CHEESE #5FIX



GH Cauliflower Mac 'N' Cheese #5FIX image

5-Ingredient Fix Contest Entry. This is from Good Housekeeping Sept 2012. Six months later I tried the recipe, and I don't want to lose it! It's soooo good, and less guilt about eating "cheese" sauce! We used chicken broth and penne, and it was delicious!

Provided by swankypup

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 1/2 lb) cauliflower heads
4 medium carrots
1 cup sodium-free vegetable broth
2 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 pinch cayenne pepper
3/4 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
8 ounces broccoli florets or 3 cups broccoli florets, small
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
12 ounces elbow macaroni
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat salted water to boiling on high. Add cauliflower florets (discard core) cut into 2-inch pieces and 4 carrots thinly sliced. Cook 15 minutes or until tender.
  • In blender, combine broth, cream cheese, mustard, cayenne, 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoons black pepper. With slotted spoon, transfer tender cauliflower and carrots into blender.
  • Add pasta to same water veggies were cooked inches Cook half the time that label directs, adding broccoli during last minute of cooking. Drain.
  • Mix pasta, broccoli, cauliflower sauce, and half of tomatoes in a 2-1/2 quart shallow baking dish.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup Gruyere cheese, Parmesan cheese, and the other half of tomorroes.
  • Bake 35 minutes or until golden brown on top and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 220.1, Carbohydrate 58.3, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 6.6, Protein 17.9

CAULIFLOWER MAC-N-CHEESE



Cauliflower Mac-N-Cheese image

Simple mac-n-cheese.

Provided by Zach Paquette

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
½ cup cauliflower florets
cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Place cauliflower in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth.
  • Coat a large saucepan with non-stick cooking spray; place over medium heat. Add oil and flour; cook, stirring constantly, until a thick paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes. Add milk; cook and stir until mixture thickens, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Mix cauliflower, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper into milk mixture; stir until sauce is smooth. Fold macaroni into sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 77.7 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 655.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily rice the cauliflower. This will save you time and effort.
  • Be sure to season the cauliflower rice well with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcook the cauliflower rice. It should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • Use a good quality cheese sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your mac and cheese, such as cooked bacon, diced chicken, or broccoli.

Conclusion:

This 5-ingredient cauliflower mac and cheese recipe is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy a classic comfort food. It's perfect for busy weeknights or for a potluck dinner. The cauliflower rice makes this dish a healthier alternative to traditional mac and cheese, but it's just as creamy and cheesy. So next time you're craving mac and cheese, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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