Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

When I made this garlic mashed cauliflower, my husband told me that he sampled some of the “potatoes” while they were still in the skillet, and he said they were really good! So, next time you want to sneak in a vegetable, instead of mashed potatoes, try this for your family dinner table. I won’t tell!

Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Krysta
When I made this garlic mashed cauliflower, my husband told me that he sampled some of the “potatoes” while they were still in the skillet, and he said they were really good! So, next time you want to sneak in a vegetable, instead of mashed potatoes, try this for your family dinner table. I won’t tell!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Healthy, Side Dish
Servings 6
Calories 75 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic or to taste
  • 2 pounds frozen riced cauliflower thawed
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch nutmeg or to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large skillet, over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in thawed, riced cauliflower, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Cook, covered, about 8 minutes, then remove cover and continue cooking and stirring until most of the liquid evaporates, an additional 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Use an immersion blender to purée cauliflower until smooth. If an immersion blender is not available, spoon cauliflower into a blender to purée. When smooth, place in a serving bowl and garnish with snipped chives.

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