I’ve heard about mashed cauliflower for years.
[pinterest]”It tastes just like mashed potatoes.”
“You can’t tell the difference!”
“They’re so good”
Regardless, I never believed these people.
There was no way that this…
could turn into this.
As a mashed potato fanatic, I stand CORRECTED.
I continue to try to find new ways to enjoy vegetables. I don’t really even like cauliflower when it’s cooked, but I have to tell you, I like this.
Now, before I post the recipe I used, I must tell you that there are a LOT of yummy sounding recipes out there. That have a LOT more calories and cheese than I used. Here is the recipe that I based mine on, but it’s not even close to the ooey-gooey goodness described here.
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Adapted from Food Network
INGREDIENTS
1 medium head of cauliflower, chopped
2 Tbsp. fat free chicken broth
1 Tbsp. I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Spray
1 wedge of Laughing Cow Cheese – Garlic and Herb Flavor
2 Garlic Cloves (roasted)
Salt
Fresh Ground Pepper
Chives
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Bring a stock pot full of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook it for 6 minutes, or until well done.
2. Strain cooked cauliflower. Dry the cauliflower between several paper towels removing as much liquid as possible.
3. Place cauliflower in a food processor and add broth, butter spray, garlic, salt, and pepper. Turn on the food processor and be amazed. It will produce a mashed potato-like consistency. Taste the cauliflower for salt/pepper strength. Add more as needed.
4. Place the “potatoes” in a bowl and sprinkle with chives. Enjoy!
This was my dinner tonight, since today’s choices weren’t all they could be. Really yummy. Try it.
Mmmm I looove mashed cauliflower. It's just as satisfying to me as mashed potatoes and yet so much better for you. I usually do them with greek yogurt, salt, and some chives, and they are creamy and delish!
Definitely one of my favs! Some parmesan cheese is also good.
It looks very tasty. My husband once lived on a diet of mashed potatoes for 6 months when he had dental implants. Luckily for him, there are many recipes on the net, and I love cooking mashed potatoes. Despite swearing that he'd never eat potatoes again, he still can't resist my cooking, haha.
I love all of your nice presentations of the food. Makes it so much more enjoyable!
@Deb – – I always try to put it in a cute fiesta bowl or plate. Have to. Makes EVERYTHING taste better. 🙂
I don’t even know how I ended up here, but I thought this post was good. I don’t know who you are but certainly you are going
to a famous blogger if you are not already 😉 Cheers!
Just made this tonight and YUMMO!!!! Adding to the routine!