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.

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