Keto Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the comforting flavors of your favorite southern classic with this Keto Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese recipe—reinvented for a low-carb lifestyle! Instead of traditional pasta, tender cauliflower florets take center stage, coated in a rich, creamy blend of heavy cream, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan for unbeatable cheesy goodness. Enhanced with savory seasonings like garlic and onion powder, and finished off with crispy crumbled bacon, this dish is baked to perfection for a golden, bubbly finish that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, this keto-friendly mac and cheese is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 oz Cream cheese
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup Crumbled bacon
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the cauliflower florets. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese to the saucepan, stirring until they are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Gently fold the cooked cauliflower into the cheese sauce, ensuring all the florets are well coated.
Transfer the cauliflower and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove from oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Keto Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3033 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.3 g | 341% | |
| Saturated Fat | 158.4 g | 792% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 811 mg | 270% | |
| Sodium | 5759 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 122.6 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2721 mg | 209% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1815 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
