Cauliflower "Mac" & Cheese
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground red pepper
- 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 3 cups diced butternut squash
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets (~ 8 cups)
- 1 cup shredded Yancey’s Fancy White Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup shredded Yancey’s Fancy Smoked Gouda Cheese with Bacon
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish (optional)
WHAT TO DO
- Preheat oven to 400° F; spray 3 qt baking dish with cooking spray. In medium saucepan, heat 2 tbsp butter over medium heat; add flour and cook 1 minute, whisking constantly
- Add garlic, paprika and red pepper; cook 30 seconds, whisking constantly. Add broth; cook 2 minutes, whisking constantly. Stir in squash; cover and cook 25 minutes or until squash is soft, stirring occasionally
- Fill large saucepan with ½ inch water; heat to boiling over medium heat. Add salt and cauliflower; cover and cook 5 minutes. Drain; return to saucepan
- Transfer squash mixture to blender and purée; return to same saucepan over low heat. With wooden spoon, gradually stir in cheeses until smooth; pour over cauliflower and toss to combine. Transfer cauliflower mixture to prepared dish
- In small microwave-safe bowl, heat remaining 1 tbsp butter in microwave oven 25 seconds or until melted; stir in breadcrumbs. Evenly sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over cauliflower mixture. Bake 35 minutes or until edges bubble and top is browned; garnish with chives, if desired. Makes about 7½ cups
Approximate nutritional values per serving: 332 Calories, 18g Fat (11g Saturated), 52mg Cholesterol, 405mg Sodium, 29g Carbohydrates, 5g Fiber, 15g Protein
Chef'S Tip
Divide cauliflower into 6 individual oven-safe ramekins for perfect portions
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 1h/15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6