I love mashed cauliflower as a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. It’s one of my favorite comfort-food substitutes. But even though mashed cauliflower can closely match the creamy comfort of potatoes, somehow it still strikes me as a little bland. So I add cheddar cheese. You can substitute any cheese you like, but I do recommend one with a strong flavor.
Cheddar-Mashed Cauliflower
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
- med-lg head cauliflower, in florets
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1/2 stick butter
- 1/4 c. milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 8 oz cheddar, shredded
- water
Instructions
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Place cauliflower florets in lg saucepan. Fill saucepan with water until cauliflower is just covered. Add 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to boil and cook until cauliflower is soft, approx. 20 min.
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Drain cauliflower in colander and return to saucepan. Add butter, milk, garlic powder, remaining salt, and cheddar. Mash with potato masher until smooth.