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Cauliflower Cheese Bake

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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner
Cauliflower Cheese Bake
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
1
Begin by filling a large pot with water and adding a moderate amount of salt. Place the pot over high heat, allowing it to reach its boiling point.
2
Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water for 8 minutes, stirring every now and then until it reaches a tender yet still slightly firm texture.
3
Remove the cooked macaroni from the water using a colander and drain it thoroughly.
4
Next, prepare a steamer by inserting it into a saucepan and filling the pan with water up to but not exceeding its bottom.
5
Heat the water in the saucepan until it reaches its boiling point, then add cauliflower and cover the pan.
6
Allow the cauliflower to steam for 5-6 minutes, or until it's tender and easily breakable.
7
Once the cauliflower is cooked, transfer it to a blender or food processor and blend until it reaches a smooth consistency.
8
Now, heat a large saucepan over medium heat and coat its interior with non-stick cooking spray.
9
Add oil to the saucepan and mix it with flour, stirring constantly until a thick paste forms.
10
Continue cooking the mixture for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
11
Add milk to the saucepan and stir it in until the mixture thickens.
12
Allow the mixture to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
13
Mix the cooked cauliflower with Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper into the milk mixture.
14
Stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
15
Finally, fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until it's fully incorporated.