Description
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower is a creamy and flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, perfect for your Thanksgiving feast. This dish combines tender cauliflower with roasted garlic, resulting in a delightful taste that will impress family and friends alike. Its light texture and rich flavor make it an ideal side for turkey or any festive meal. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe is bound to become a holiday favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 2 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Wash and cut the cauliflower into florets.
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap garlic cloves in foil with olive oil and roast for 30 minutes until soft.
- Cook Cauliflower: Boil salted water in a large pot, add the cauliflower florets, and cook for about 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Blend: Drain cauliflower and place it in a mixing bowl or food processor with roasted garlic, butter, and cream. Blend until smooth.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste; mix well.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl; garnish with fresh herbs or olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg