Mock-o-roni (Cauliflower Mac 'n Cheese)

Want a healthier version of mac-and-cheese that comes together even faster than the original? Try Rorie’s Mock-o-Roni. You won’t miss those elbow noodles one bit! The kids will love it too! It’s the perfect new dairy recipe to try this year. Simple and quick, and definitely delicious!

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1h 10m 6
Easy Vegetarian Pescatarian Gluten Free Low Carb No Refined Sugar Keto Passover Dairy

Contains: Dairy

Directions

Prepare the Cauliflower Mac 'n Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. Soak, wash, and check the cauliflower (if needed). Chop it into half-inch chunks that resemble macaroni. Place cauliflower in a ziplock bag. Add olive oil, garlic powder, and salt and shake well to coat the cauliflower pieces. Place cauliflower on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. Bake for 45 minutes.

  4. Uncover and add the cheddar cheese on top. Bake uncovered for an additional 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.

  5. Pair this “mock”-o-roni with a starch like a root veggie soup, wholesome bread, or even another pasta dish for a balanced meal.

Notes:

Aim for fresh cauliflower for the best outcome.

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6 Comments

Linda Kagan •

No where in the print version for this recipe did it say to COVER the pan of cauliflower! I am making it now, and missed this step. I hope it still comes out!

TY M •

If i am using frozen cauliflower, do i bake it for the same amount of time as fresh?

Goldy G Kosher.com Team •
Reply to TY M

I'd say you might need a bit more time to get the cauliflower to crisp but not that much more. Keep an eye on it.

Rita Landa •

What is the green spice on it it's not in recipee. Can u make an warm up again or best fresh

Raquel Malul Kosher.com Team •
Reply to Rita Landa

There are some green scallions sprinkled on top for some added decoration. It is best fresh but you could reheat.

Leah •

thanks. I have been looking all over for this recipe. And now it’s here. I am definitely saving this one into my recipe box

shoshana deutsch •

easy and yummy! great hit with the kids and husband, super yummy, healthy and easy, i used frozen (since we cant get in israel checked and fresh) and it came out great, i just used a paper towel to dry the defrosted cauliflower! thanks rorie for another great recipe!