Loaded Cauliflower Bake

Yield: 2 servings

Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments

Total Time: 40 minutes

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 cups medium-sized cauliflower florets

• 1 spreadable cheese wedge

• ¼ tsp kosher salt

• 1/8 tsp ground mace or nutmeg

• 2 tsp toasted slivered almonds

• 2 cups part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup chopped chives (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower cover with a lid and cook for 1½ minutes.

3. Remove the cauliflower with a slotted spoon and arrange 2 cups in an ovenproof casserole dish. Sprinkle with salt.

4. In a blender, puree the remaining 1 cup of cauliflower with the cooking water, cheese wedge, and mace (or nutmeg).

5. Pour the cauliflower puree over the cauliflower in the casserole dish.

6. Top with the grated mozzarella and slivered almonds and bake for 12-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

7. Each serving gets a ½ of the bake with 2 tablespoons of chives sprinkled on top if desired.

Tip: A good make-ahead dish to be re-heated when needed.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 350 calories, 37g protein, 13g carbohydrate, 20g fat