CAULIFLOWER PUREE WITH ONIONS

Cauliflower Puree with Onions image

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

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

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