Miso Cauliflower Macaroni and Cheese

This Miso Cauliflower Macaroni and Cheese is a comforting take on the classic dish. It has healthy cauliflower florets and a creamy cheese sauce that is flavored with umami-rich miso. This meal is warm and filling, and its great for cold nights or whenever you want some cheesy goodness.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz macaroni pasta
• 1 small head cauliflower, chopped into florets
• 2 tbsp white miso paste
• 2 cups milk dairy or non-dairy
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups shredded cheese such as cheddar or Gruyere
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs optional
• Fresh parsley, for garnish optional

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F

Follow the directions on the box to cook the macaroni until it is al dente

Remove the water and set it aside

Bring water to a boil in a big pot

For about 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cauliflower is soft, add the cauliflower florets

Remove the water and set it aside

Set the pot back on medium heat and melt the butter in it

Add the flour and mix it in until its smooth

Cook for one to two minutes, until it turns golden brown

As you whisk in the milk, make sure its smooth

Stir the mixture all the time as you cook it for about 5 minutes, or until it gets thick

Mix in the miso paste until its all mixed in

Turn down the heat and stir in the cheese until it melts and the sauce is smooth

Add pepper and salt to taste

Mix the cooked macaroni and cauliflower into the cheese sauce so that it covers everything evenly

Put the mixture in a baking dish that has been greased

If you want, you can add breadcrumbs to the top for extra crunch

After the oven is hot, bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown

If you want, you can add fresh parsley as a garnish before serving