This cauliflower mashed "potato" recipe is flavored with Parmesan, garlic, and chives and is a low-carb alternative to your typical potato side. Great with beef.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
134 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover and bring the water to a boil. Place cauliflower and garlic in steamer insert and steam until soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 2
Remove garlic cloves and smash with a fork; place smashed garlic and cauliflower in a pot. Mash butter and chives into cauliflower mixture with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Stir in light cream. Sprinkle cheese over top and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Cook the cauliflower mixture over low heat to absorb the cream and melt the butter, about 12 minutes.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or more to taste
