The Hubs' Best Darn Mashed Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower 2 1/2 - 3 pounds
- 3 tbsp Butter, unsalted
- 7 cloves Garlic, peeled or more if desired
- 2 - 3 tbsp Cream Cheese or sub sour cream
- 3/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim and discard all leaves, wash and cut cauliflower into florets, strive for equal sizes
- Add Cauliflower florets to steamer basket over water. Cover and steam over medium-high heat for 12 - 16 minutes, until largest florets are tender.
- Transfer florets to a colander to drain.
- Meanwhile saute peeled garlic cloves in butter in a large skillet.
- Transfer drained, and slightly cooled cauliflower to blender or food processor. Add the sautéed garlic and melted butter. (set the skillet to the side, don't wash it yet) Process with a pulsing action, scraping down the sides regularly. Continue processig until cauliflower and garlic are smooth and creamy.
- Transfer cauliflower back to the large skillet. Over low heat blend in 2 - 3 tbsp of cream cheese. stir while it melts. (NOTE: you can substitute another fat such as sour cream if you prefer) and the parmesan cheese. Continue stirring periodically while the cheeses melt and fully integrate and while you finish the rest of your meal prep.
Notes
This can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator. Heat over low heat in a large skillet, stirring periodically.