Cauliflower "Mac & Cheese"

This recipe is Whole30, Paleo, Gluten, and Dairy Free.

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Would you ever think you could enjoy a mac and cheese that is completely dairy free? This Cauliflower "Mac & Cheese" is that dish! No one believed me when they asked what kind of cheese I used and I said none! It has the perfect "pasta" texture from roasting the cauliflower and is creamy and gooey just like the real deal! I can’t wait for you to try this one!

INGREDIENTS

2 large heads cauliflower, cut into florets

3 tbls olive oil

1 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

SAUCE:

2 cups raw cashews, soak in water for 2 hours & drain

1 large clove garlic, peeled & cut in half

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp salt

1 cup water

1/2 cup nutritional yeast

TOPPING:

1 cup Italian nut crumbs, I like Nut Crumbs

(or 1 cup almond flour mixed with 1 tbsp Italian seasoning)

1/4 cup ghee, soft but not melted, I like Fourth & Heart

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DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 425˚ & line a pan with parchment paper

Toss cauliflower in oil & sprinkle with salt & pepper

Roast till fork tender (about 40-45 minutes)

Meanwhile blend sauce ingredients in high speed blender till smooth & creamy

In a small bowl mix ghee with nut crumbs

Cut cauliflower into bite size pieces

Put into a casserole dish and pour sauce over & stir well

Sprinkle nut crumbs on top

Cover with foil & bake in a 350˚ oven for 20 minutes

Remove foil & bake 10 minutes more

Enjoy this recipe by Penny's Primal!

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