Cauliflower “Mac” and Cheese Casserole

Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower ((cut into small florets))
• vegetable oil spray
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 oz cream cheese ((cut into small florets))
• 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese ((cut into small florets))
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper ((cut into small florets))
• 1/8 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1. Special equipment: 8 by 8-inch baking dish
2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
4. Season the water with salt.
5. Spray the baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
6. Cook the cauliflower in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
7. Drain well and pat between several layers of paper towels to dry.
8. Transfer the cauliflower to the baking dish and set aside.
9. Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan, and whisk in the cream cheese and mustard until smooth.
10. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese, salt, pepper and garlic and whisk just until the cheese melts, about 1 to 2 minutes.
11. Remove from heat, pour over the cauliflower, and stir to combine.
12. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese and bake until browned and bubbly hot, about 15 minutes.
13. Serve