Garlic Herb Cauliflower Mash

Name: Garlic Herb Cauliflower Mash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets; 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/4 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, finely grated; 2 tbsp heavy cream; 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped; 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Silky, buttery mashed cauliflower loaded with roasted garlic and fresh herbs that rivals mashed potatoes in comfort while keeping carbs low. A satisfying keto side dish that comes together in under 30 minutes.

25 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

AmericanSideStovetopKetoVegetarianLow CarbGluten-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
4 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, finely grated
2 tbsp heavy cream
2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Fill a large pot with 2 inches of salted water and bring to a boil. Add 1 head cut into florets cauliflower and 4 peeled garlic cloves, cover, and steam for 12 to 15 minutes until the cauliflower is very tender and pierces easily with a fork.
2

Drain the cauliflower and garlic thoroughly. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towel and press firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. This step ensures a fluffy, non-watery mash.
3

Transfer the dried cauliflower and garlic to a food processor or high-powered blender. Add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/4 cup softened full-fat cream cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tbsp heavy cream. Process until very smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
4

Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Pulse briefly to combine.
5

Transfer to a serving bowl and fold in most of the 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Top with the remaining herbs and serve hot.

Questions

Can I make Garlic Herb Cauliflower Mash dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/4 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, finely grated, 2 tbsp heavy cream) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free side collection instead.

How long does Garlic Herb Cauliflower Mash keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Garlic Herb Cauliflower Mash?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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