Creamy Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Cauliflower florets cooked in chicken broth and then pureed until smooth make a healthier but equally delicious alternative to butter- and cream-loaded mashed potatoes.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword mashed cauliflower

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings to 6

Calories 33kcal

Ingredients

2 small heads cauliflower , cored and leaves removed and cut into small florets
2 cups chicken broth
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the cauliflower and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover with a lid, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender, but not completely falling apart.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cauliflower to a food processor and puree until silky smooth.
Transfer to a bowl and stir in the Parmesan and chopped chives and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve warm.

Notes

Reprinted from The Dude Diet by Serena Wolf

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