cheesy cauliflower mash

Name: Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower; 1 teaspoon(s) minced garlic, optional; 3 tablespoon(s) heavy cream; 2 tablespoon(s) butter; 3 ounce(s) sharp cheddar cheese shredded; 1 tablespoon(s) chives, dried; - salt to taste; - fresh ground pepper to taste; 2 slice(s) bacon, fried and crumbled.

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Diane Atherton

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA

Updated on Sep 27, 2012

No this is not mashed potatoes but I think these are as good if not better. And for sure they are healthier! As I continue to do a low carb diet, I am finding that this diet does not have to be boring. Even if you aren't low carbing this is an excellent and healthy side dish. And did I mention; my mashed potato lover had 2 helpings! Well, he did have mashed potatoes too but he was impressed with this dish! I was truly surprised at how wonderful and flavorful this turned out! It was a wonderful side dish to go with our hamburger steak. Hope you enjoy!

Rate

prep time 5 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Bake

yield 4 to 6

Ingredients

1 large head of cauliflower
1 teaspoon minced garlic, optional
3 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1 tablespoon chives, dried
- salt to taste
- fresh ground pepper to taste
2 slices bacon, fried and crumbled.

How To Make cheesy cauliflower mash

Step 1

Clean and trim the cauliflower; break in to pieces. Place in a microwave safe dish, add garlic, 2 tbsp of cream and 1 tbsp butter. Microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes uncovered, remove from microwave and stir to coat cauliflower with the cream and butter mixture. Return to microwave and heat on high an additional 5 to 6 minutes uncovered.

Step 2

Transfer the hot cauliflower and any cream and butter that was left in the bowl to a high speed blender. Add remaining 1 tbsp of cream, and 1 tbsp butter as well as the cheese (reserve a little of the to sprinkle on top), salt, pepper and chives. Process, scraping down sides as needed until creamy. NOTE: This dish is not as creamy as mashed potatoes. You can add a little more cream for a creamier mixture.
Step 3

Transfer mixture to a serving bowl and top with a little of the shredded cheese and bacon bits. Enjoy!
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