Cauliflower Mac & "Cheese" with Butternut Sauce

⏱️ 45 minutes👥 6 servings❤️ Taste: 7/10
Cauliflower Mac & "Cheese" with Butternut Sauce

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Gut Health8/10
Anti-Inflammatory9/10
Blood Sugar Control9/10

Ingredients

  • •• 1 medium butternut squash, cubed (natural sweetness, low GI)
  • •• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets (low-carb pasta substitute)
  • •• 1 cup cashews, soaked (healthy fats, creates creamy texture)
  • •• ¼ cup nutritional yeast (B vitamins, cheesy flavor)
  • •• 2 tbsp olive oil
  • •• 2 cloves garlic
  • •• 1 tsp turmeric (anti-inflammatory)
  • •• 1 tsp mustard powder
  • •• ½ cup bone broth (gut healing)
  • •• Salt and pepper to taste
  • •• 2 tbsp fresh chives

Instructions

  1. 11. Steam cauliflower until tender-crisp
  2. 22. Roast butternut squash with olive oil until soft
  3. 33. Blend squash, soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic, spices, and broth
  4. 44. Combine sauce with cauliflower
  5. 55. Top with chives

Smart Substitutions

• Macaroni→Cauliflower

Reduces carb load by 75%, provides prebiotic fiber

💡 80% reduction
• Cheese blend→Butternut-cashew sauce

Removes dairy inflammation, adds healthy fats and fiber

💡 60% reduction