CAULIFLOWER PUREE WITH ONIONS

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This cauliflower dish from Becky Oliver of Fairplay, Colorado is creamy, tasty and has the appearance and texture of mashed potatoes. The onions on top are a really nice, sweet addition that contrasts well with the mildness of cauliflower.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower
2 tablespoons water
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and cook on high for 6 minutes; stir. Cook 1-2 minutes longer or until tender. Cool slightly. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons cooking liquid. , Place the cauliflower, reserved liquid, 1-1/2 teaspoons oil, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender; cover and process until blended. Keep warm., In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onion over medium-high heat in remaining oil for 6 minutes. Stir in the sugar; cook 7-10 minutes longer or until onion is tender and lightly browned. Serve with cauliflower puree.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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