Macaroni & cheese makeover

[from_old_forum]

Macaroni and Cheese

1 1/2 cups controlled carbohydrate elbow shaped pasta
1/2 head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into small florets (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup water
4 teaspoons ThickenThin Not/Starch Thickener
8 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Pinch of nutmeg



1.Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
2.Cook cauliflower in lightly salted boiling water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water. Add to pasta.
3.In a large saucepan, whisk together cream, water and thickener. Place over medium heat and cook 5 minutes, whisking occasionally, until mixture simmers and thickens. Add cheese cubes; stir until incorporated. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
4.Fold in pasta and cauliflower. Cook, stirring gently, until heated through.

If desired, transfer pasta mixture to a 6 to 8 cup buttered shallow casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Reheat in a preheated 400 oven for about 30 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling. Let cool slightly before serving.

Servings: 6
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake/Cook time: 25 minutes


Carbohydrates: 11 grams

Net Carbs: 7 grams

Fiber: 4 grams

Protein: 21 grams

Fat: 35 grams

Calories: 420

-krystalangel

[misspurdy03]

If you get a chance check out food tv and there is a show call Low Carb and Lovin It that has amazing recipies. There was a cauliflower mac & cheese makeover dish on it that also sound delish.