Baked Cauliflower – “Macaroni and Cheese Style”

Published on by carol lou

Here is a delicious twist to traditional macaroni and cheese. Substitute cauliflower for the macaroni and you have a delightful side dish. I took my favorite mac and cheese recipe and simply substituted cauliflower. It is so good, even your pickiest eaters will love it!

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Baked Cauliflower – Macaroni and Cheese Style

Ingredients

  • 6 – 8 cups cauliflower, cut into approximately 1 inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • paprika

Instructions

  1. Cut the cauliflower and place in a microwave safe dish, add 1/2 inch of water to the pan, cover and microwave on high for 6 minutes, drain well and set aside. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stir in the flour and salt and pepper. Stir until bubbly, then gradually add the milk. Stir constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese (save a little bit for the top) and sour cream. Once it has all melted, add the cauliflower. Transfer to an 8 x8 in baking dish and sprinkle lightly with paprika and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for 15 – 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.