Side Dish: Cheesy Spicy Cauliflower Bake

A low carb Mac & Cheese alternative that can also be made with broccoli.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 45 mins

Total Time: 50 mins

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp or 1 packet mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 head large cauliflower

Instructions

1. In a large pot add 1 - 2" hot water, place steamer basket and cauliflower. Steam for 10-15 minutes until slightly tender. Remove from heat.

2. In a medium baking dish, place steamed cauliflower, breaking pieces apart and making an even layer of cauliflower florets on the baking dish. Set aside. Start heating oven to 450° F (230° C).

3. In a medium mixing bowl place remaining ingredients, mix well with a spatula, add extra mayonnaise to make it somewhat spreadable. Spread cheese mixture evenly over cauliflower in the baking dish.

4. Bake for 15-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and at desired crispiness. Serve warm.

5. Notes: The cauliflower can be steamed ahead and chilled before adding cheese mixture. It can be further chilled and then cooked at the last minute.