Buffalo Cauliflower Mac
A delicious twist on traditional mac and cheese, featuring crispy buffalo cauliflower for an explosion of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Elbow Macaroni
- 1 medium head Cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 2 cups Cheese Sauce, homemade or store-bought
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place cauliflower florets in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for about a minute to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
- In a large bowl, mix macaroni, roasted cauliflower, buffalo sauce, and cheese sauce until fully coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with additional cheese. Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving. Consider topping with panko breadcrumbs for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Buffalo Cauliflower, Macaroni and Cheese, Vegetarian, Comfort Food