INGREDIENTS
1
medium/large head cauliflower
16 oz
whole wheat pasta (elbows, shells, rotini, or similar)
1 tbsp
unsalted butter
1 tsp
kosher salt
2 oz
reduced-fat cream cheese
2 cups
freshly grated melty, flavorful cheese, such as cheddar, gruyere, provolone, fontina, gouda, or a mix, divided (about 8 ounces; I used half extra-sharp white cheddar and half provolone)
8
to 12 ounces 2% evaporated milk
1/2 tsp
garlic powder
1/4 tsp
black pepper