PUMPKIN & CAULIFLOWER GARLIC MASH

Pumpkin & Cauliflower Garlic Mash image

I wanted healthy alternatives to my family's favorite recipes. Pumpkin, cauliflower and thyme make an amazing dish. You'll never miss those plain old mashed potatoes. -Kari Wheaton, South Beloit, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets (about 6 cups)
3 garlic cloves
1/3 cup spreadable cream cheese
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place 1 in. of water in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Add cauliflower and garlic cloves; cook, covered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain; transfer to a food processor., Add remaining ingredients; process until smooth. Return to pan; heat through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges