BAKED CAULIFLOWER MACARONI & CHEESE

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Cauliflower florets are baked into this creamy macaroni and cheese with a golden brown panko topping.

Provided by Horizon Organic

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Horizon® Organic

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
1 ½ cups bite-size cauliflower florets
1 (6 ounce) box Horizon® ClassicMac™ Pasta Shells & White Cheddar Cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
½ cup reduced fat milk
2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
⅓ cup shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese
⅔ cup panko bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a ceramic or glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets and boil for one minute. Remove with a slotted spoon.
  • Cook pasta shells in the same water, following instructions on the Horizon package. To the drained pasta, add 1/2 cup milk (instead of 1/4 cup as shown on the package), 2 tablespoons butter, and packet of cheese powder.
  • Stir in cream cheese and Cheddar cheese; mix well until combined and cheese is melted. Add cauliflower and mix. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Spoon macaroni and cheese into prepared baking dish. Smooth out the top.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter. In a small bowl, mix together panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
  • Bake until the breadcrumbs are golden brown, 15 to 17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 51.6 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 691.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Babyjr Taungakava
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This is one of my favorite mac and cheese recipes. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the cauliflower adds a nice touch of flavor.


Yamuna Pathak
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Saifullah Samejo
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Emmanuella Ifedirichukwu
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This is a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The cauliflower is a great way to add some extra nutrition to the dish.


Yaseen Karachi
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I actually really enjoyed this recipe. The cauliflower is cooked perfectly and it doesn't overpower the mac and cheese.


Prem Gurung
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nadeem Hamza
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved it, even my picky eater. The cauliflower is a great addition and it makes the mac and cheese even more delicious.


Riding is Freedom
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This is the best cauliflower macaroni and cheese I've ever had! It's so flavorful and cheesy. I highly recommend it.


Dagim Asmare
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. The mac and cheese is creamy and cheesy, and the cauliflower adds a nice crunch.


Rakib Uddin
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This dish is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Ehis Jummy
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I was skeptical about trying this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The cauliflower gives the mac and cheese a great texture and flavor. It's definitely a new favorite in our house.


Markus McDowell
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This baked cauliflower macaroni and cheese is a game-changer! It's so creamy and cheesy, yet light and healthy at the same time. I love that it's a great way to sneak in some extra veggies for my kids.