Low Carb White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Low Carb White Cheddar Mac and Cheese—a guilt-free twist on a comfort food classic! This recipe swaps traditional pasta for tender cauliflower florets, creating a deliciously satisfying dish that’s packed with flavor and perfect for keto or low-carb lifestyles. A rich, velvety cheese sauce made with melted white cheddar, cream cheese, and heavy cream perfectly coats the cauliflower, while hints of garlic, onion, and mustard powder add depth to every bite. Topped with Parmesan and baked until golden and bubbly, this dish offers an irresistible blend of cheesiness and crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it's a wholesome yet indulgent option that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower florets
- 2 cups White cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Dry mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the cauliflower florets. Cook the cauliflower for 5-6 minutes, or until slightly tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring frequently until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard powder, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually add the shredded white cheddar cheese to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add the cooked cauliflower to the cheese sauce, gently stirring until the cauliflower is evenly coated.
Pour the cauliflower and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your low-carb white cheddar mac and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.7 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 847 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 542 mg | 12% | |
*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.
