Low Carb Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Indulge in comfort food without the carbs with this Low Carb Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe! Featuring tender low-carb pasta coated in a luxuriously creamy cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese, this dish delivers all the richness of the original but with a keto-friendly twist. The addition of garlic powder, Dijon mustard, and a perfectly seasoned almond flour and pork rind crumb topping takes the flavor and texture to the next level, creating a golden, bubbly finish. Ready in under an hour, this low-carb baked mac and cheese is ideal for satisfying cravings while keeping your diet on track. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Low-carb pasta
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Pork rind crumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish.
Cook the low-carb pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and stir occasionally until it begins to simmer.
Cut the cream cheese into small pieces and add to the saucepan. Stir continually until completely melted and smooth.
Gradually whisk in the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is thick and creamy.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Transfer the cheesy pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
In a small bowl, mix almond flour and pork rind crumbs. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the mac and cheese for a crunchy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your low carb baked mac and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 268.1 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.4 g | 757% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 5118 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 164.1 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2305 mg | 177% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 824 mg | 18% | |
*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.
