Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
(from otenma’s recipe box)
It gets its fabulous flavor from garlic, buttermilk and a touch of butter and, best of all, it has about one-quarter of the calories of typical mashed potatoes. If you like, vary it by adding shredded low-fat cheese or chopped fresh herbs.
Source: Eating Well
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: side dish
Ingredients
- 8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets, (about 1 head)
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
- 1/3 cup nonfat buttermilk, (see Tip)
- 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Snipped fresh chives, for garnish
Directions
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Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)
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Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor.
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Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy.
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Transfer to a serving bowl.
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Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired.
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Serve hot.