CAULIFLOWER MAC 'N CHEESE CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Cauliflower Mac 'n Cheese Casserole Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by nnlester

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups cauliflower, coarsely chopped, about 2 pounds
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/2 cups whole milk
6 ounces cream cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
6 ounces mozzarella, shredded, about 1 1/4 cups
6 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded, about 1 1/4 cup plus more for sprinkling
1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped (optional)
1 (2-quart) or 4 (2-cup) freezer-to-oven-safe baking dishes

Steps:

  • Toss cauliflower and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pierce plastic with a knife a few times to vent, and microwave on high 10 minutes. Carefully remove plastic and transfer cauliflower to a colander. Let cool to room temperature, then transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile, cook milk, cream cheese, curry powder, mustard, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth, about 4 minutes. Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Add cauliflower and toss to combine. Add mozzarella and 6 ounces Cheddar and toss to combine-mixture should be cool enough so cheese doesn't melt. Transfer cauliflower mixture to freezer-to-oven-safe baking dish or dishes. If baking immediately, preheat oven to 350°F. Cover dish with foil and bake casserole until heated through and just beginning to bubble, about 45 minutes for large dish, or about 30 minutes for small dishes. Remove foil and sprinkle Cheddar over. Heat broiler and broil until top is browned and bubbling, 2-5 minutes. If freezing to bake later, cover dish with an airtight lid or double layer of plastic wrap and freeze up to 3 months. To cook, preheat oven to 350°F. Cover dish with foil and bake casserole 45 minutes for large dish, or 30 minutes for small dishes. Remove foil and stir well with a rubber spatula. Continue to bake, uncovered, until just bubbling and heated through, 10-15 minutes more. Sprinkle Cheddar over. Heat broiler and broil until top is browned and bubbling, 2-5 minutes. To cook individually portioned frozen casseroles in the microwave, partially cover and microwave on high 4 minutes. Uncover, stir, and microwave at 1-minute intervals until heated through, 4-5 minutes more. Top with chives, if using, before serving. Casserole(s) can be assembled 1 day ahead; cover and chill, or freeze up to 3 months.

Deborah Gbafah
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Lyndsey Hagen
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This was a delicious recipe! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Xoxo Girl
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and everyone loved it. The cauliflower was a great substitute for pasta, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Christian Lopez
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I was looking for a healthy mac n' cheese recipe and this one fit the bill. The cauliflower was a great substitute for pasta, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kawsar Vai Official
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This was a great recipe! The cauliflower was a great way to lighten up the dish, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


crystal Bradshaw
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Kaitlin Johnson
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and everyone loved it. The cauliflower was a great substitute for pasta, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jaber Ahmed alvi Jaberahmedalvi420
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The cauliflower mac n' cheese casserole was delicious! The cauliflower was a great way to lighten up the dish, and the cheese sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be ma


Namrata Neupane
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The cauliflower was cooked just right and the cheese sauce was smooth and creamy. My kids loved it!


mpha- apmc
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This cauliflower mac n' cheese casserole was a hit with my family! The cauliflower was a great substitute for pasta, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.