Do you miss eating macaroni and cheese on a keto diet?
Then this recipe is for you!
Conventional mac and cheese is made with high-carb noodles that contain gluten and cause a blood sugar spike that leads to inflammation.
That is why we are sharing this healthy low-carb alternative!
Made with healthy cauliflower instead of noodles, this recipe will satisfy your cravings without taking you out of the Keto Zone.
You can make this recipe as a side or main dish to your favorite keto protein. It is so delicious that the whole family is sure to love it!
Ingredients
1 head organic cauliflower, chopped
1 cup organic heavy cream
1/2 cup organic sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup organic cream cheese
1 teaspoon ghee or avocado oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon organic black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F.
- Prepare an 8×8 baking dish with a coating of ghee or avocado oil.
- Chop cauliflower into small bite-sized pieces.
- Steam the cut cauliflower for about 5 minutes.
- Once cooked, drain cauliflower in a colander then set aside.
- Add remaining ingredients to a medium pot over medium heat.
- Stir to combine.
- Continue to cook and stir until mixture melts and is well combined.
- Add cauliflower to the pot and stir to combine.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish.
- Place dish in the preheated oven and cook for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Yields: 4 servings
Per Serving:
Calories: 390 kcal
Fat: 30 grams
Carbohydrates: 8 grams
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 12 grams
