"Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Time needed
20 min
preparation
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10 min
cooking
Serving Size / Yield
4-8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 Tbs. cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 C. grated Parmesan
- 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
- 1/8 tsp. straight chicken base or bullion (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt)
- 1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh or dry chives, for garnish
- 3 tsp. unsalted butter
Directions
Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat. Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes or until well done. Drain well; do not let cool and pat cooked cauliflower very dry between several layers of paper towels. In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, chicken base, and pepper until almost smooth. Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter. Hint: Try roasting the garlic and adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste.
