Best Low Carb Cheddar And Garlic Cauliflower Mash Recipes

CREAMY GARLIC MASHED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Rinse and cut cauliflower into florets. Steam or blanch cauliflower for 10 minutes or until the fork-tender and soft. Remove from heat and drain well.
• While the cauliflower is cooking, heat butter over medium-high heat in a small saucepan. Add the garlic and Sautee for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic fragrant and begins to turn golden.
• Remove from heat and add to a large food processor along with cooked cauliflower, parmesan, and cream cheese. Season with a dash of salt and pepper, to taste.
• Blend until the cauliflower is smooth and resembles the texture of mashed potatoes. Alternatively, mash with a masher until it looks like mashed potatoes.
• Serve with pats of butter and herbs of choice.

THE BEST KETO MASHED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE

Steps:

• Place the cauliflower florets into a large bowl with 1/2 cup (118 mL) water. Cover the top with plastic wrap.
• Microwave for 10 to 15 minutes, until very soft and mushy. Drain and pat dry.
• Fill a large saucepan or pot with enough salted water to come right below a steamer basket fitted over it. Bring the water to a boil.
• Place the cauliflower florets into the steamer basket and fit on top of the pan. Cover the pan with a lid.
• Reduce water to a simmer and cook, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes, until cauliflower is very soft and mushy.
• Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for about a minute, until fragrant.
• Place the cooked cauliflower, sauteed garlic, butter, cream cheese, and salt into a food processor. Puree for 1-2 minutes, until completely smooth.
• Adjust salt to taste.
• Garnish with chives if desired. You can also drizzle some melted butter on top if you'd like.

LOW CARB CHEDDAR AND GARLIC CAULIFLOWER MASH

Steps:

• Place cauliflower, garlic, and bay leaf in a pot; pour in enough water to cover. Bring mixture to a boil and cook until cauliflower is tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and discard bay leaf.
• Transfer cauliflower and garlic to a blender; add Cheddar cheese, butter, and sour cream. Blend mixture until desired consistency is reached; season with salt and pepper.