How To Make Cauliflower Cheese Pasta Bake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 250g pasta shells
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, then set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
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Slowly whisk in the milk and continue cooking until the mixture thickens.
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Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cauliflower, and cheese sauce. Mix well.
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 481kcal
- Total Fat : 22g
- Saturated Fat : 13g
- Cholesterol : 64mg
- Sodium : 654mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 47g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 24g
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