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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Cauliflower florets take the place of most of the pasta in a lighter, veg-forward mac and cheese bake.

Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower, in florets
- 150g wholemeal macaroni
- 1 cup grated cheddar
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp wholemeal flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp mustard
- Salt & pepper
Method
- 1
Steam the cauliflower until just tender.
- 2
Cook the macaroni per the packet.
- 3
Make a light sauce: cook the flour in olive oil, whisk in milk to thicken, then stir in the cheese and mustard.
- 4
Fold in the cauliflower and pasta, season, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes.
Swaps & variations
- Add broccoli too
- Dairy-free cheese and milk
- Top with a few breadcrumbs
Storing & freezing
Fridge up to 3 days.
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