Cauliflower Mac n Cheese
Classification
NSW: EVERYDAY ACT: AMBER
Ingredients
Method
Preheat oven to 200°C (fan-forced). Using spray oil or polyunsaturated margarine grease a 37cm-baking dish.
In a large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta according to packet directions, in the last 4 minutes add the cauliflower. Drain and set aside.
In a small saucepan cook the onion in the olive oil until softens, add the ham and garlic until fragrant.
Melt the margarine in a small saucepan, when it starts to bubble (careful not to burn) and stir in the flour. Cook, stirring continuously, for 1 minute, until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly.
Return the pan to the heat and bring to the boil, still stirring or whisking until it thickens.
Remove from the heat and stir in the tasty cheese, set aside.
Thoroughly combine the white sauce, onion mixture and cooked pasta/cauliflower mixture in a large bowl, then spoon it into the baking dish, cover in the shredded mozzarella and bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden.
Serve.
Variations
- Try adding shredded zucchini, leek or carrot to add to its nutritional appeal.
Tips
- Try cooking in individual ramekins/foil containers to make serving easy.
Serving Size 250g
Servings 9
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 419
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.4g18%
- Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
- Sodium 372mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 7.7g
- Protein 24.6g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 200°C (fan-forced). Using spray oil or polyunsaturated margarine grease a 37cm-baking dish.
In a large pot of boiling water, cook the pasta according to packet directions, in the last 4 minutes add the cauliflower. Drain and set aside.
In a small saucepan cook the onion in the olive oil until softens, add the ham and garlic until fragrant.
Melt the margarine in a small saucepan, when it starts to bubble (careful not to burn) and stir in the flour. Cook, stirring continuously, for 1 minute, until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly.
Return the pan to the heat and bring to the boil, still stirring or whisking until it thickens.
Remove from the heat and stir in the tasty cheese, set aside.
Thoroughly combine the white sauce, onion mixture and cooked pasta/cauliflower mixture in a large bowl, then spoon it into the baking dish, cover in the shredded mozzarella and bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden.
Serve.
