Skip to main content
Blue Cheese, Bacon and Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Blue Cheese, Bacon and Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Blue Cheese, Bacon and Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

with Crispy Crumb and Sriracha Drizzle

Mac and cheese is a crowd-pleasing American dish with a deliciously cheesy sauce. Here, we're using blue cheese to add a strong, tangy cheesiness and stirring through roasted cauliflower and bacon before topping with a crispy crumb for texture and even more flavour.

Tags:
Spicy
Allergens:
Milk
Cereals containing gluten

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Boxes and ingredients are packed in facilities that handles Peanut, Nuts, Sesame, Fish, Crustaceans, Milk, Egg, Mustard, Celery, Soya, Gluten and Sulphites. Due to the war in Ukraine, it has been necessary to substitute sunflower oil with rapeseed oil in some products without a label change. The FSA have advised that allergic reactions to rapeseed oil are rare.

Total35 minutes
Active 15 minutes
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

serving amount

40 grams

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

30 grams

Crumbled Blue Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

25 grams

Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

300 grams

Cauliflower Florets

1 sachet(s)

Central American Style Spice Mix

180 grams

Macaroni

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Soya)

15 grams

Vegetable Stock Paste

150 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

15 grams

Sriracha Sauce

90 grams

British Smoked Bacon Lardons

Not included in your delivery

2 tbsp

Olive Oil for the Crumb

20 grams

Butter

2 tbsp

Plain Flour

250 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

Nutritional information

Energy (kJ)4664 kJ
Energy (kcal)1115 kcal
Fat64.6 g
of which saturates32 g
Carbohydrate97.1 g
of which sugars12 g
Protein36.9 g
Salt4.8 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Utensils

Bowl
Grater
Large Saucepan
Oven dish
Colander
Medium Saucepan

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1/2 tsp salt for the pasta.

Grate the Cheddar cheese.

Put the blue cheese and the breadcrumbs in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the olive oil for the crumb (see pantry for amount), then set your blue cheese crumb aside for later.

Roast the Cauli
2

Halve any large cauliflower florets and pop them into an ovenproof dish. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle over the Central American style spice mix and season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer.

When the oven is hot, roast on the top shelf until golden brown and tender, 15-20 mins. Turn halfway through.

Cook the Macaroni
3

Meanwhile, when your pan of water is boiling, stir in the macaroni and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.

Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back into the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.

Make the Creamy Sauce
4

While the pasta cooks, melt the butter (see pantry for amount) in a saucepan on medium-high heat.

Once the butter has melted, add the lardons. Stir-fry until golden, 4-5 mins.  IMPORTANT: Wash hands and utensils after handling raw meat. Cook it thoroughly.

Next, stir in the flour (see pantry for amount). Cook, stirring, until it forms a paste, 1-2 mins - you've made a roux!

Gradually stir in the water for the sauce (see pantry for amount) and the veg stock paste. Bring to the boil, stir and simmer until thickened, 1-2 mins.

Stir in the creme fraiche, then remove from the heat.

Assemble the Mac and Cheese
5

Add the grated cheese to the sauce and stir until melted.

Next, stir the roasted cauli and cooked pasta through the sauce, then pour back into the ovenproof dish.

Turn your grill on to high.

Grill and Serve
6

Sprinkle the blue cheese crumb evenly over the top, then grill the mac and cheese on the top shelf of your oven until the crumb is golden, 3-5 mins.

Serve your mac and cheese in bowls with the sriracha sauce drizzled over the top (add less if you'd prefer things milder).

Enjoy!

This week's must-try HelloFresh recipes

Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork Bao

Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork Bao

with Cheesy Sweet Potato Fries, Corn Cobs and Slaw
Greek Inspired Lamb Steak and Homemade Tzatziki

Greek Inspired Lamb Steak and Homemade Tzatziki

with Lemony Asparagus, Spiced Chips and Greek Style Cheese
Honey and Soy Glazed Duck Breast

Honey and Soy Glazed Duck Breast

with Sesame Fries, Charred Pea Pod Slaw and Chilli
Butternut Squash Korma Style Curry

Butternut Squash Korma Style Curry

with Tenderstem® Broccoli and Basmati Rice
Sweet Chilli Gochujang Glazed Crispy Veggie Gyozas

Sweet Chilli Gochujang Glazed Crispy Veggie Gyozas

with Sesame Fries, Crispy Onions and Pickled Slaw Salad
Hearty Lamb, Thyme and Mushroom Stew

Hearty Lamb, Thyme and Mushroom Stew

with Mashed Potato
Hot Honey Naked Burger and Spiced Chips

Hot Honey Naked Burger and Spiced Chips

with Tomato and Baby Leaf Salad
Sweet and Sticky Chicken on Rice

Sweet and Sticky Chicken on Rice

with Bell Pepper, Young Pea Pods and Onion
Peri Peri Chicken Burger and Chips

Peri Peri Chicken Burger and Chips

with Avocado, Corn Cobs, Salad and Zesty Roasted Garlic Mayo
Family Favourite Cheddar Cheeseburger

Family Favourite Cheddar Cheeseburger

with Wedges, Baby Gem and Roasted Garlic Slaw
Smoky Tagine Inspired Butternut and Chickpeas

Smoky Tagine Inspired Butternut and Chickpeas

with Courgette, Coriander Yoghurt and Greek Style Cheese
Honey Sesame Beef and Pork Stir-Fry

Honey Sesame Beef and Pork Stir-Fry

with Egg Noodles, Young Pea Pods and Carrot
Pesto Orzo and Roasted Chickpea Salad

Pesto Orzo and Roasted Chickpea Salad

with Rocket, Baby Plum Tomatoes and Greek Style Cheese
Chipotle Lentil and Mushroom Enchiladas

Chipotle Lentil and Mushroom Enchiladas

with Cheddar Cheese and Baby Leaf Salad
Warm Butternut Squash and Chorizo Salad

Warm Butternut Squash and Chorizo Salad

with Ciabatta Croutons and Greek Style Cheese
Speedy Harissa Beef, Mushroom and Chickpea Bowl

Speedy Harissa Beef, Mushroom and Chickpea Bowl

with Tomato, Buttery Couscous and Cheese
Simple Stovetop Veggie 'Nduja Mac & Cheese

Simple Stovetop Veggie 'Nduja Mac & Cheese

with Tomato and Baby Leaf Balsamic Salad
Super Quick Bulgogi Pork Noodles

Super Quick Bulgogi Pork Noodles

with Young Pea Pods
Honey Dijon Bacon, Potato and Apple Salad

Honey Dijon Bacon, Potato and Apple Salad

with Croutons, Greek Style Cheese and Baby Leaves
Crispy Serrano Caprese Bruschetta

Crispy Serrano Caprese Bruschetta

with Caramelised Red Onion and Rocket Salad