Description
Creamy mashed cauliflower is a delightful dish that serves as a fantastic alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, transforming fresh cauliflower into a smooth, velvety side that’s both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into florets
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by cutting it into florets and rinsing under cold water.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the florets for 10-12 minutes until tender.
- In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a food processor, add heavy cream, sautéed garlic with butter, and the remaining butter, then blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, blending briefly to mix.
- Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with melted butter, and serve warm.
Notes
- Choose a fresh, heavy head of cauliflower for the best texture.
- Consider adding grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy mashed cauliflower, healthy side dish, low-carb alternative