Lunch/Dinner
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
6 Months +, 7 Months +, 8 Months +, 9 Months +, 10 Months +, 11 Months +, 12 Months +, 18 Months +, 24 months +
Egg Free|Nut Free|Vegetarian

A cheesy, creamy pasta with hidden cauliflower – a clever way to serve up extra veg!

Time

20-30 Minutes

Storage

Store in a fridge
Freezer-friendly

Servings

2–3 portions

Time

20-30 Minutes

Storage

Store in a fridge
Freezer-friendly

Servings

2–3 portions

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Ingredients

2 cups Uncooked pasta
1 Cauliflower, cut small
3 heaped tbsp Cream cheese
As needed Grated Cheddar cheese
150–200g Uncooked pasta
1 Cauliflower, cut small
3 heaped tbsp Cream cheese
As needed Grated Cheddar cheese

Recipe Tips

For babies under 8 months, use larger pasta shapes that are easier to hold

Method

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
  • 2
    Boil the pasta and cauliflower until tender
  • 3
    Reserve a little pasta water, then drain everything
  • 4
    Transfer the cooked pasta and cauliflower to a baking dish
  • 5
    Add cream cheese, grated cheddar and the reserved pasta water, then mix well
  • 6
    Sprinkle more grated cheddar on top
  • 7
    Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy on top
  • 8
    Serve warm
  • 9
    Buon appetito!

    • Storage

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days

    If frozen, thaw in the fridge overnight. Reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, covered with foil. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes to crisp the top

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