A smooth, not watery, mashed cauliflower alternative that isn’t aggressively ‘cauliflower-y.’
Cook:12 min
Total:12 min
side dishvegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower (florets only)
- 3 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 small clove garlic (optional, subtle)
- Salt
- white or black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp cream cheese (optional: for extra luxurious mash)
- 1–2 tbsp sour cream (optional: for extra luxurious mash)
Instructions
- 1
Steam florets 10–12 minutes until very tender.
- 2
Transfer cauliflower back to the hot pot (off heat) for 1–2 minutes to let steam escape.
- 3
Add butter, cream, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Blend with immersion blender or food processor until silky.
- 5
Taste and adjust salt. Add cream cheese if using.