Mashed Cauliflower
March 2, 2012 in Side Dishes, Starchy Staples, Veggies
Mashed cauliflower is the standard paleo mashed potato substitute. It’s very satisfying and, since cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable, it’s also very healthy! There are lots of variations of this out there. Mine is quite simple. You can always dress it up with whatever herbs and spices you like, or even some grass-fed butter. I use the whole head of cauliflower, except the outer green leaves. You can cut up the stem and heart and throw it into the pot too. I also sometimes add a little rutabaga or cabbage heart to the pot, depending on what else I have in the kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into flowerets
- 3 cloves of garlic, whole
1. Place pot with broth and cauliflower on the stove. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer until cauliflower is very soft, approximately 30-40 minutes.
3. Add cloves of garlic to the pot and simmer 5 more minutes.
4. Drain. Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend cauliflower to form a thick puree. Enjoy!
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Sarah – I’ve tried a LOT of different recipes for mashed cauliflower in my 2+ years of paleo eating. Your recipe is – by far – the BEST version. I’ve stopped searching for others and always make it this way now. Foolproof without looking up a recipe and always tasty. Even my SAD-eating brother thought it was delicious. Just wanted to let you know!