Cauliflower "Mac 'n Cheese"

By ally_2413

Ingredients

• 8 c cauliflower florets (1 head)
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 1/2 c fat-free milk
• 1/2 c heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp table salt
• 1 c grated sharp cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 400 deg. Toss florets in oil on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with kosher salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Roast until fork-tender and lightly browned, 25 min. Remove pan from oven. Reduce oven to 350 deg.
2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 min. Gradually whisk in milk. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, 2-4 min. Whisk in cream and cook for 5 min.
3. Remove pan from heat and stir in 1/4 tsp salt, 14 tsp pepper and all but 2 tbsp of cheese. Stir over med-low heat for 5 min.
4. Place cauliflower in an 8x8 in. glass baking dish or 4 10-oz ramekins. Pour cheese sauce on top. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp cheese. Bake until sauce is bubbly, 20 to 25 min.