Keto Low Carb Mac and Cheese

Keto Low Carb Mac and Cheese is really a delicious alternative to the usual macaroni and cheese recipe.

Even better, this recipe has high carbohydrate pasta added to it.
 

Keto Low Carb Mac and Cheese

 
This is a delicious low carbohydrate version of a favorite comfort food meal idea.

I like that this recipe actually included vegetables in it!

 

Did you try my Low Carb Mac and Cheese Made with Beer recipe?

That low carb recipe is actually made using low carb pasta.
This recipe however, uses cauliflower rather than pasta to create that favorite macaroni and cheese taste.

 

If you are someone who is looking to include pasta in your low carb or keto life, there are some pasta options available for you! You can see low carb and keto pasta ideas here.

This recipe is especially for anyone asking can you eat cauliflower on keto.

Yes, you should know that there are carbohydrates in cauliflower.
However, cauliflower is also a really good source for fiber.

When it comes to low carb and keto diets, cauliflower can be a good thing.

There average head of cauliflower has about 12 grams of fiber in it. That nets out at about 17 grams of carbs in an average head of cauliflower (which is not a lot when you consider all of the servings that you get from a recipe such as this one.).
 

People always ask me what cheese is best on a keto diet.

I have always been a huge fan of cheese and as a result, I know my cheese(s).
What you should know is that while most cheese is good on a keto diet, some cheese is better than others.

Here is an easy way to judge the keto-friendliness of a cheese.

Generally speaking, the softer the cheese, the less keto friendly it is.
However, when it comes to cream cheese, it is keto low carb diet friendly and used in many recipes.
 

Here are some tips for making mac and cheese.

Just like regular mac and cheese, this recipe is a heavy and filling.
This means that you can serve it with a simple salad and have a great meal.

Here are some more helpful tips for you.

1. This recipe calls for a topping of bacon. Feel free to us bacon bits, an alternative, or omit the bacon all together.
2. Cheddar cheese is also in this recipe. Personally, I like the sharp kind of cheddar cheese. You can use the cheddar cheese of your choice however, I suggest using one that is full fat rather than low fat as this is a low carb keto recipe.
3. An 8 X 8 square baking dish was used in this recipe. Feel free to use the baking dish that works best for you. Keep in mind however, that the larger the baking dish the less deep you mac and cheese will be.

 

How to make cauliflower rice.

Simply break off the florets from the stem and process them in a food processor (batches works best) until you get a rice consistency. Even easier, simply purchase cauliflower rice already processed. 🙂

 

Here are some similar recipes that you may also like.

 

• How to make Cauliflower Fried Rice.
• Low Carb Keto Cheddar Crackers recipe.
• How to make Low Carb Peanut Brittle.
• Keto, Low Carb, Sugar Free Chocolate Covered Candy (copycat Mounds candy).
• How to Make Keto Low Carb Noodles.
• Low Carb Cauliflower Casserole.

 

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The recipe for Keto Low Carb Mac and Cheese

I mentioned above that an 8 X 8 square baking dish was used in this recipe. Feel free to use the baking dish that works best for you. Keep in mind however, that the larger the baking dish the less deep you mac and cheese will be.

Also mentioned was that cheddar cheese is also in this recipe.
Personally, I like the sharp kind of cheddar cheese. You can use the cheddar cheese of your choice however, I suggest using one that is full fat rather than low fat as this is a low carb keto recipe.
 

Ingredients needed to make this recipe for Cauliflower Mac N Cheese.

• Butter- 2 tablespoons, melted.
• Sour Cream- ⅔ cup (full fat for keto).
• Heavy Cream- ¼ cup.
• Garlic- 2 tablespoons, minced. That is like six cloves minced.
• Salt- 1 teaspoon (can omit if using salted butter).
• Pepper- 1 teaspoon.
• Cauliflower Rice- 10 ounces. Bagged cauliflower rice comes in 10 ounces. That is about 1 ¼ cups.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese- 1 cup.
• Bacon- 3 slices, cooked and chopped. The thicker the better. That is about ¼ cup.
• Parsley- 1 tablespoon or as needed for topping.

 

How to make Keto Low Carb Mac and Cheese

 

• Preheat your oven to 425. Prep a square baking dish well for nonstick (grease if possible with oleo or butter). This recipe contains melted cheese, which can be a pain to clean up. 🙂 Also, make sure that you butter is melted.
• In a large mixing bowl , use a whisk to combine together the melted butter, sour cream, heavy cream, garlic, salt and pepper.
• Next, stir in the riced cauliflower. Then transfer the mixture to your prepped baking dish. Make sure that you spread the mixture evenly.
• Top the mixture with the cheddar cheese and then the bacon. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Top with the parsley and allow to set for a few minutes before serving.

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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

Keto Low Carb Mac and Cheese, a recipe for a low carbohydrate, keto diet friendly meal idea that is also gluten free.

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