Cajun cauliflower mac & cheese
This creamy mac and cheese has a nice kick thanks to the Monterey Jack and cajun seasoning. The added cauliflower adds even more heartiness to the dish. This easy comfort meal serves a crowd and will be devoured by everyone around the table.
SERVES
2
TO
3
Ingredients
Macaroni
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
Cheese sauce
- 1 cup cauliflower, chopped
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic, chopped
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup of 10 percent cream
- 1/2 tbsp Cajun spice
- 1/2 cup of cream cheese
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese
Garnish
- Green onion, chopped
Directions
For the Elbow Macaroni
- Cook macaroni according to directions on the box.
- Once cooked, strain and set aside.
For the Cheese Sauce
- Place chopped cauliflower in boiling hot water for three min. Then drain and put off to the side.
- Place butter in a pan on medium heat. When the butter starts to slowly melt, add chopped garlic, salt and pepper, and cauliflower.
- When the garlic is a light brown colour add your 10 per cent cream and Cajun spice. Let it simmer for a minute.
- Add your cream cheese, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese to the cream and slowly mix until 75 per cent melted and then add your cooked noodles.
To Serve
- Mix everything together until cheese is fully melted. Serve and garnish it with chopped green onions. Enjoy!
