Keto Macaroni and Cheese
This keto macaroni and cheese skips the pasta and is made with a cauliflower and a cheesy sauce that only requires a few simple ingredients. It is a low carb side dish that everyone in the family will love and works with just about any meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 383kcal
Ingredients
- 8 cups cauliflower florets fresh
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- pinch of cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Boil the cauliflower florets for 5 minutes, then pour into a colander to drain. Set aside.8 cups cauliflower florets
- Add the cream cheese and heavy cream to a saucepan on medium heat.4 oz cream cheese, ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Stir till the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the other cheeses and spices. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, pinch of cayenne pepper
- Check for salt and adjust.
- Add the cauliflower to the cheese sauce and stir until it is well coated.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes and enjoy!
Notes
- Add a swerve brown sugar glaze for a delicious twist on this recipe. Simply combine ¼ cup swerve brown sugar with one tablespoon of water and brush it on the duck breasts before cooking.
- You can also use sugar-free barbecue sauce for a delicious glaze.
- Try using fruity sauces or glazes to add some different flavors to this recipe. Some good options are orange sauce, plum sauce, or hoisin sauce. Just be sure to use the sugar-free versions.
- You can also use duck thighs or duck legs (drumsticks) in this recipe. Just be sure to adjust the cook time accordingly.
Nutrition
Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 957mg | Potassium: 703mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1025IU | Vitamin C: 98mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 1mg