Low Carb Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Indulge in the comforting flavors of mac and cheese without the carbs with this Low Carb Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe! This guilt-free twist replaces traditional pasta with tender cauliflower florets, smothered in a velvety sauce made from heavy cream, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar. Seasoned with aromatic garlic and onion powders, along with a hint of smoked paprika, every bite is packed with cheesy, savory goodness. Topped with a golden layer of Parmesan and baked to bubbly perfection, this dish is perfect for anyone seeking a keto-friendly, gluten-free comfort food that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Ready in just an hour and serving six, it’s an easy weeknight dinner or satisfying side dish the whole family will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower and cut it into small florets.
Steam or boil the cauliflower florets for about 5-8 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain excess water and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the heavy cream and cream cheese to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the cream cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is completely melted into the sauce.
Add the steamed cauliflower florets to the cheese sauce, gently stirring to coat them evenly.
Transfer the cheesy cauliflower mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the cauliflower.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.6 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.8 g | 704% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 700 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 6283 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 96.2 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2362 mg | 182% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2973 mg | 63% | |
*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.
