Hidden Veggie Mac n' Cheese

boxes Banza Pasta (16 oz total) (any noodle of choice (brand link below))

cauliflower florets, 1 1/2" pieces ((approx 1/2 large head))

garlic, peeled and roughly chopped

Dijon mustard

butter from grassfed cows ((I like kerrygold))

mascarpone cheese or goat cheese ((mascarpone is mild, goat cheese has tang))

sea salt

garlic powder

onion powder

black pepper

packed cups grated cheddar cheese from grassfed cows ((approx 8 oz, I use Organic Valley))

Optional: 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheee

Optional: thinly sliced green onions for garnish