Low Carb Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist—Low Carb Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage! This creamy, cheesy dish transforms tender cauliflower florets into a guilt-free substitute for traditional pasta, all while staying loaded with flavor. Smoky slices of kielbasa sausage and a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan take this bake to the next level. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and a hint of paprika, every bite is packed with savory goodness. Perfect for low-carb or keto diets, this scrumptious casserole is ready in under an hour and makes a hearty, satisfying dinner for the whole family. Serve it warm, and enjoy a wholesome, cheesy delight that doesn’t hold back on comfort! Keywords: low-carb macaroni and cheese, cauliflower mac and cheese, keto cheese bake, sausage casserole recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower florets
- 12 ounces kielbasa sausage
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with a little olive oil.
Cut the cauliflower head into small florets, resembling macaroni size.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for about 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4 inch thick slices.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sausage slices. Cook until the sausage is browned on both sides, about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir often until the cream cheese is melted and smooth.
Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine.
In the prepared baking dish, combine the cooked cauliflower, browned sausage, and cheese sauce. Stir everything together until well coated in the cheese sauce.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy the low carb comfort!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 271.9 g | 349% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.3 g | 726% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 5962 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 105.4 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1981 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2886 mg | 61% | |
*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.
