Elaine’s Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

Name: Elaine's Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
Prep time: 5
Cook time: 20

5 out of 5 stars (based on 8 reviews)

5 min prep

2 servings

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6 ingredients

My friend Elaine sent me this simple Cheesy Cauliflower Mash recipe when we were researching easy recipes for young Moms with cancer. She has two small children and is very conscientious about what...

½ head of cauliflower, outer leaves trimmed
3 cloves of garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon of butter
2 tablespoons of milk
½ cup cheddar cheese, grated
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

236 cals

Fat

18 g

Saturated Fat

11 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

1 g

Monounsaturated Fat

5 g

Carbohydrates

10 g

Sugar

4 g

Fiber

3 g

Protein

12 g

Sodium

453 mg

Directions

Set up a steamer in a pot with an inch of water. Place the cauliflower and garlic cloves in the steamer, cover and cook over medium heat until the cauliflower is very tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Remove the cauliflower and garlic. Add in the butter and mash until desired smoothness. Add a tablespoon of milk and the grated cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Chef Tips

If getting enough calories is an issue, you can bulk this up by mashing in some boiled Yukon gold potato with the cauliflower. Quarter 2 small or cut one medium potato into a large dice, and cook them while the cauliflower is steaming. If your mouth is sore, blend with a little butter to smooth it.

Registered Dietitian Approved

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Elaine’s Cheesy Cauliflower Mash