- 1 pound medium shells or penne pasta
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon white or black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
- 4 cups chopped cauliflower
- 4 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded white cheese (I like 1 cup gruyere and 1 cup sharp white cheddar)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Optional extras: Stir in 2 cups chopped spinach or top with chopped sun-dried tomatoes (the kind packed in oil), balsamic glaze, bacon crumbles, grilled chicken or steak, etc