Recipe for Mary berry cauliflower cheese

Recipe for Mary berry cauliflower cheese

This baked cauliflower mac and cheese recipe is the BEST way to enjoy tender cauliflower florets drenched in an oozy, gooey cheese sauce.

I don’t think recipes can get more fun, delicious, comforting, and ironically satisfying than this cauliflower mac and cheese.There’s neither “mac” nor “cheese” to be found here.What you’ll find is a generous serving of cauliflower drenched in a gooey, vegan cheese sauce and topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs.

Don’t be skeptical, because this cauliflower mac and cheese is incredibly addictive.The first time I made it, I served myself a small scoop, but a few minutes later, I found myself going back for more and more.It might not be classic mac and cheese, but it’s just as comforting and cheesy, and I’m completely hooked – I think you will be too.

Recipe for Mary berry cauliflower cheese Ingredients

This cauliflower mac and cheese recipe requires only a handful of ingredients.

• Cauliflower:You’ll need a large, two-pound head of cauliflower, cut into small florets about the size of macaroni.
• The vegan cheese sauce is incredibly creamy and gooey, with a cheddar-like appearance, but it’s completely dairy-free! Its rich texture comes from blended potato, sweet potato, and cashews, while nutritional yeast gives it a delicious cheesy flavor.
• Smoked paprika and cayenne pepper add a smoky, spicy kick to the cheese sauce.
• Panko bread crumbs a crunchy topping, and for a gluten-free version, use gluten-free panko.

How to Make Recipe for Mary berry cauliflower cheese

This cauliflower mac and cheese recipe is incredibly easy to make; let’s get started!

First, blend the vegan cheese sauce ingredients, including an extra garlic clove, smoked paprika, cayenne, and salt for extra flavor, then season to taste and set aside.

Next, cook the cauliflower florets by boiling them in salted water for 5 minutes.

Once the cauliflower is tender, drain it, add it to a large bowl with the cheese sauce, and stir until fully coated.

Finally, transfer the cauliflower mac and cheese to a baking dish, sprinkle with panko, and broil until the topping is golden brown.

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Serving Suggestions

This cauliflower mac and cheese is delicious on its own, but you can also add extra cheese if you like.I love topping my cauliflower mac and cheese with vegan Parmesan, while Jack prefers a shower of freshly grated Parmesan, but we both agree on a final sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Enjoy this recipe as a light meal on its own or with crusty bread or focaccia for sopping up the delicious cheesy sauce.It’s also a delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite protein, veggie chili, tomato soup, or a loaded baked potato.

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