Best Creamy Mashed Cauliflower Recipes

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CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER



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For weeknight dinner I want something fast, easy and not ordinary. This mashed cauliflower side dish is a perfect substitute for mashed potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium head cauliflower, chopped (about 6 cups)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cover cauliflower with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until cauliflower is tender 10-12 minutes; drain and return to pan., Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Immediately remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer; discard peppercorns, garlic and bay leaf., Add cream mixture to cauliflower. Mash to reach desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 439mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER "POTATOES"



Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

Try this creamy cauliflower purée instead of mashed potatoes-it's more nutritious, lower-carb, and just as delicious.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Side     Cauliflower     Milk/Cream     Quick & Easy     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quick and Healthy     Healthy

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small head of cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds), chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup (or more) whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more
Chopped chives (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Pour water into a medium pot to a depth of 1/4". Add cauliflower and garlic and cover pot. Bring to a boil and cook until florets are easily pierced with a paring knife, about 8 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a food processor. Add milk, butter, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Purée until smooth, adding more milk if needed. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with chives, if using.
  • Do Ahead
  • Mashed cauliflower made 2 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill. Rewarm before serving.

WW CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER - LOW CARB!



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Make and share this Ww Creamy Mashed Cauliflower - Low Carb! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Verelucky

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 1 casserole, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups cauliflower florets
1 1/2 quarts water
1 garlic clove (optional)
1/4 cup hellmann mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Steam cauliflower and garlic for 15 minutes or until tender, drain well.
  • Blend or food process together the cauliflower, garlic, mayo and salt until creamy.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.7, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 300.6, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 2.7

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Creamy Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Potato

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 potatoes, diced (Idaho)
1 1/2 cups cauliflower, cut in halves in florets
2 garlic cloves, germ removed
1/4 cup heavy cream, hot
2 tablespoons butter
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • In a casserole of boiling salted water, cook diced potatoes, cauliflower, garlic until vegetables are tender.
  • Drain and mash with hot heavy cream and butter. Salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.5, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 35.6, Sodium 81.4, Carbohydrate 40.1, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 5.5

LOW FAT CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER



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This is a delicious dish. Mmmm.. nice and creamy. It's easy to make. You don't have to bother with milk or cornstarch like some other recipes.

Provided by luvmybge

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
2 ounces low-fat cream cheese
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
paprika

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into florets of even size.
  • Drop into boiling salted water and cook for about 15 minutes or until very soft when pierced with fork.
  • Drain well.
  • Put cream cheese in food processor (or blender).
  • Add cooked cauliflower and garlic and blend until creamy.
  • Add parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour into 1 quart greased casserole dish. Top with a light sprinkle of paprika and bake in 350° oven for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.1, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 348, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.3, Protein 5.2

RICH AND CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER



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A wonderful alternative to mashed potato (great for carb cutters) but equally as great as a side dish with any meal, I tend to add a little grated cheese sometimes too! Enjoy!

Provided by Ozzy5223

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 quarts water
1 medium head cauliflower, separated into florets
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan, bring the water to boil
  • Add cauliflower and garlic and cook covered for 15 minutes or until florets are tender then drain.
  • In a food processor or blender, process cauliflower, garlic, mayonnaise, and salt until creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
  • Stir in basil leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.3, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 5.2, Sodium 315.3, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 4.1, Protein 3

CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER



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Creamy and delicious substitute for mashed potatoes!

Provided by Jackie

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head cauliflower
6 cloves garlic, peeled
¼ cup plain yogurt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine cauliflower and garlic cloves in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil; boil until cauliflower is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain water.
  • Blend cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add yogurt, Parmesan, parsley, oil, garlic powder, garlic salt, and pepper and blend again. Adjust seasonings to individual taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 164 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

CREAMY MASHED CAULIFLOWER



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Try this Creamy Mashed Cauliflower recipe as an alternative to mashed potatoes. Made with cream cheese & dill, you'll love Creamy Mashed Cauliflower.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield Makes 4 servings, 2/3 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 6 cups)
3 Tbsp. PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1/2 tsp. dill weed
3 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook cauliflower in boiling water in saucepan 10 min. or until tender; drain. Place in food processor.
  • Add reduced-fat cream cheese and dill; process until smooth.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

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