Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

We love healthier takes on classic favourites. Here is our Cauliflower Mac & Cheese, featuring the delicious, in-season cauliflower. It’s creamy, cheesy, and a little bit crunchy! This one is sure to be a favourite all winter long.

Ingredients

• 1 tbs plain flour

• ½ head of cauliflower, cut into small florets

• 1 tbs parsley, finely chopped

• 1 zucchini, grated

• 1 tbs olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 200g penne pasta

• ¼ cup parmesan, grated

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 2 cups low-fat milk

• ½ cup low-fat grated cheese

• 1/3 cup peas

• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Method

1. Preheat oven to 170°C.

2. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil, then cook pasta until al dente. Add the peas in the last 2 mins of cook time. Once done, drain and set aside.

3. Heat 1 tbs olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute to create a paste, then gradually pour in the milk, mixing with a whisk to remove all lumps. Cook the sauce for 3 mins or until the sauce has thickened.

4. Once the sauce is thick, add the grated cheese, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

5. Add the cooked pasta, peas and grated zucchini. Stir to combine and transfer to a large baking dish.

6. Evenly top with the cauliflower florets, breadcrumbs, parmesan, and parsley. Bake in the oven for 15-20 mins or until the cauliflower is golden and crunchy.

Source: A Better Choice