Baked Cauliflower Mac And Cheese Recipe Recipes Net

Ingredients

8cupscauliflower florets,chopped, ½ -inch pieces

1tbspReal California butter

2tspolive oil

¼cuponion,minced

3tbspflour

2cupsReal California milk,fat free

7ozReal California sharp cheddar,freshly grated, about 2 cups total

½tspsalt

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Place 1 inch of water in a large pot with 1 teaspoon of salt, then bring to a boil.

Add the cauliflower, then cook for 6 to 7 minutes until tender crisp.

Drain and set aside in a large bowl.

Heat the butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Add the onions, then cook for 2 minutes.

Stir in the flour.

Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring continually for 3 to 4 minutes, to cook out the flour.

Add the milk and continue whisking for 2 minutes, raising heat to medium-high until it comes to a boil and becomes smooth and thick.

Season with ½ teaspoon salt and black pepper.

Once thickened, remove from heat completely.

Add the cheddar cheese, ¼ cup at a time, mixing well until the cheese is all melted.

Stir in the cooked cauliflower, then pour into a baking dish.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Broil for 2 minutes, or until the top is slightly browned.

Serve warm, and enjoy!