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    Home » Dressings, Sauces, and other Condiments

    Jan 11, 2017 · Modified: Mar 9, 2023 by Chelsea Joy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

    Creamy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce

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    Can't do dairy? I've got your back. This Creamy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce is completely dairy free but has that familiar tang of cheese. Sneaky bonus: the base is cauliflower, so you're noshing on veggies and savoring a cheesy kick.

    Creamy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    January is a big Whole30 month with the new year and all, and I had every intention of spending my time on Whole30 recipes. Originally, I thought this would easily classify as a Whole30 recipe. But after consulting my Instagram followers about it, I can't confidently label this Whole30 anymore. While it contains all Whole30-approved ingredients, it's still a "cheese" sauce—a recreation of a non-compliant food that for some would constitute food-with-no-brakes. That's a no-no on Whole30.

    Normally I would just post a different recipe to keep with the Whole30 theme. But this week, that's not going to happen. Last weekend my family was in town for a late Christmas celebration, and I was the host. Obviously, I had no time (and no space!) to cook up and photograph a different recipe.

    Creamy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    Despite that, this cauliflower "cheese" sauce is still worth sharing! It's fairly quick and simple. You can use it to smother your favorite veggies or as a dip. I mixed about ¼ cup of the sauce with some Primal Kitchen ranch dressing and leftover shredded chicken for an easy lunch one day (highly recommended).

    Creamy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    And the one thing I haven't mentioned? I'm really digging these pictures. Now that I'm spending a little more time with my camera and devoting more free time to learning and practice, I feel like I'm finally beginning to touch on my style.

    Anyway, I hope you love this recipe! I'll be posting a casserole that uses this sauce soon. If you make and use this sauce, please leave me a comment or tag me on social media so I can see your creative combinations!

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    Creamy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    Creamy Cauliflower “Cheese” Sauce

    • Author: Chelsea at Do You Even Paleo
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 2-3 cups sauce 1x
    • Category: Sauce
    • Method: stovetop
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    Ingredients

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    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon ghee or coconut oil
    • 2-3 cups cauliflower florets, broken into chunks
    • 1-2 cups bone broth or water
    • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
    • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
    • 1 ½ teaspoons mustard powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions

    1. Fill a pot ¼ of the way full with water. Set a metal colander or steaming basket over the water (being sure the colander is not submerged in water) and add the cauliflower florets. Bring the water to a boil. If using a colander, cover the cauliflower with the pot lid (it doesn’t have to perfectly fit, but it helps to hold the steam in!). Steam for 10-15 minutes or until fork tender.
    2. Meanwhile, melt the ghee in a small skillet over low heat. Add garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
    3. Add steamed cauliflower, sautéed garlic, 1 cup broth, and the rest of the ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding more broth until desired consistency is reached. Alternatively, you can add all ingredients to a deep pot and use an immersion blender to blend.

    Notes

    Inspired by Pinch of Yum's Creamy Cauliflower Sauce

    Keywords: Creamy Cauliflower “Cheese” Sauce

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    This easy Cauliflower "Cheese" Sauce is dairy free, gluten free, paleo and vegan! | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

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    1. Chelsey Kogan says

      November 23, 2017 at 5:44 am

      Wow this looks so delicious gonna try this out soon

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      • Chelsea says

        November 24, 2017 at 12:27 pm

        Thanks, Chelsey!

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