Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese
- SERVES
- 6
- SERVING SIZE
- 1/2 cup
- COOK TIME
- 50 Min
Macaroni and cheese is one of those dishes we've loved since childhood. Now that we're following a diabetic diet, it's not always easy to enjoy some of our childhood favorites. Luckily, we've found a way around that! Our Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese is a low-carb version that's full of that down-home goodness you love. Give it a try and you'll see what we mean!
What You'll Need
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 2 tablespoon margarine, divided
- 2 tablespoon whole wheat flour
- 1 cup lowfat milk
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoon whole wheat bread crumbs
What to Do
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine oil, salt, pepper, onion, and cauliflower; toss until cauliflower is evenly coated. Place on baking sheet and cook 25 to 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1-1/2 tablespoons margarine; whisk in flour. Add milk and whisk until sauce thickens. Stir in mustard, garlic powder, and cheese until smooth. Add cauliflower and mix well. Pour into 1-1/2-quart baking dish.
- In a small bowl, melt remaining 1/2 tablespoon margarine and stir in bread crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over cauliflower.
- Bake 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
Looking for another diabetic-friendly version of a childhood favorite? Check out our recipe for Grown-Up Sloppy Joes!