Mashed Cauliflower

Did you know that you can mash (puree) cauliflower and add some spices so that it tastes almost like mashed potatoes?  Well...YOU CAN! This is an easy, guilt-free side dish that is quick and fun. 

Servings: 3

Size: 1 cup

Points Plus: 3 pp

Level of Difficulty: Easy (if you have a blender or immersion blender)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Rating: 3 stars - Good

Ingredients List:

1 head of raw cauliflower

1 bouillon cube

3 oz. low fat cream cheese

Splash of milk (maybe 1 Tbsp.)

Salt & pepper

Paprika

Chives

Directions: 

Boil water in large stock pot, add a pinch of salt and a bouillon cube (veggie, beer or chicken). Chop cauliflower into small pieces and rinse in a colander. When water is at a rolling boil add cauliflower and boil for 10 minutes, or until soft.  Drain cauliflower in colander and return to pot. Make sure cauliflower is well drained. Move pot to counter, and add cream cheese, salt & pepper to taste, a dash of paprika and milk.  Using your immersion blender, regular blender or potato masher, blend cauliflower to desired consistency.  Place even portions of mashed cauliflower in dishes and garnish with chopped fresh chives. Close your eyes and you will not know the difference!

Tip:

In immersion blending is very handy in the kitchen for dishes like this, soups or other foods that require a food processor (most have a food processor attachment).  Pick one up today for future stress-free pureeing.