Mashed Cauliflower (Mock Garlic Mashed Potatoes)
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 1 tbsp. cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- ½ tsp. minced garlic
- 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
- ⅛ tsp. straight chicken base or bouillon (or may substitute ½ tsp. salt)
- ⅛ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp. fresh or dried chopped chives for garnish
- Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat. Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water about 6 minutes or until well done. Drain well; do not allow cooling. Pat drained cauliflower well between layers of paper towels. (Steam instead of boiling to avoid so much moisture.) In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processer, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, parmesan, garlic, chicken base and pepper until almost smooth. Garnish with chives and serve hot with pats of butter. Hint: try roasting the garlic and adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste. Low in carbs and great substitute for mashed potatoes.
