Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes – Cookie and Kate

Whereas I’m a eternally fan of mashed potatoes, these cauliflower mashed potatoes are a surprisingly nice different! Use this recipe to make mashed cauliflower or add a potato to the combination for cauliflower mashed potatoes.

While you add a russet potato to the combination, the starch helps the mash turn into extra creamy, easy, and, as anticipated, extra mashed potato-like. Whereas elective, I desire the outcomes with the potato. Both method, it’s a easy and nutritious facet dish.

In comparison with mashed potatoes, cauliflower mashed potatoes provide a decrease carb, on a regular basis choice that satisfies the longing for mashed “potatoes.” You may even make it with frozen cauliflower—permit a couple of minutes extra time within the steamer.

This recipe is a heat, creamy, and hearty facet dish excellent for chilly days. I hope you adore it.

The right way to Make Mashed Cauliflower

You’ll discover the recipe beneath, however listed here are some ideas earlier than you get began.

• To make this recipe, you’ll want a big pot, a steamer basket, and a meals processor (or mash by hand with a big fork for a chunky consistency).
• Cauliflower varies significantly in measurement. You’ll want one giant or two small heads of cauliflower to make this recipe. For those who’re utilizing pre-cut or frozen cauliflower florets, you’ll want two kilos (32 ounces).
• For those who’re together with the potato, peel it first so it will probably disappear into the mash. We’ll steam it with the cauliflower.
• Add cream cheese and butter for creaminess—the cream cheese thickens the combination and gives some tang, which I really like!
• For savory taste, add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and several other twists of black pepper. Course of the combination till it’s easy and creamy.
• To make this white facet dish look extra engaging, switch it to a gorgeous bowl and garnish it with butter, chopped chives (elective), and a lightweight sprinkle of black pepper.

Watch The right way to Make Mashed Cauliflower

What to Serve with Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Cauliflower mashed potatoes completely complement your Thanksgiving meal and different conventional suppers. I affiliate mashed potatoes with the vacations, however since this recipe is mild and simple to make, it’s additionally well-suited to weeknight dinners.

Listed here are fundamental dishes that might go properly with mashed cauliflower:

And extra facet dishes to take pleasure in along with your cauliflower:

Please let me know the way your mashed cauliflower seems within the feedback! I really like to listen to from you. Discover extra cauliflower recipes right here.

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