Roasted Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

This creamy, comforting roasted cauliflower mac and cheese is a pasta-free version of the classic, loved dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 625 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• cooking spray
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, or as needed
• 1 head cauliflower, broken into florets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 15 minutes.

Step 4

Spray cauliflower florets with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper; place on a baking sheet.

Step 5

Meanwhile, heat half-and-half in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add Mexican, Cheddar, and cream cheeses slowly, stirring to combine, until melted.

Step 6

Butter an 8x10-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Mix roasted cauliflower with cheese sauce. Transfer to the prepared dish.

Step 8

Gather all ingredients.