Name: Garlic Mashed Cauliflower Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower; 3 cloves garlic; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 tablespoons heavy cream; 1 tsp kosher salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.25 cup chives

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Garlic Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

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Ingredients

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Garlic Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

1 large head caulifloweror 7-8 cups of cauliflower florets. Cut florets into 2" pieces.

3 cloves garlicsmashed and peeled

3 tablespoons unsalted buttersoftened

4 tablespoons heavy cream room temperature

1 tsp kosher salt1/2 teaspoon regular table salt

¼ tsp black pepperfreshly ground

¼ cup chivesfreshly chopped

Instructions

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Instructions

Place the butter and cream on the counter to come to room temperature. Place the cauliflower florets and garlic in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover by 1". Cover and bring to a boil, then remove the lid and decrease the heat to medium. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until very tender.

Drain the cauliflower well in a colander.

Place the cauliflower back in the pot and purée using an immersion blender until smooth. You may also purée in a food processor or blender if you don't have an immersion blender!

Stir in the butter, heavy cream, salt and pepper and fresh chives until combined. Serve and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Steam Instead of Boil 💨
Use a steamer basket to cook cauliflower instead of boiling to prevent waterlogging and preserve the creamy texture when mashing.
Roast Garlic for Sweetness 🧄
Roast garlic cloves separately at 400°F for 15-20 minutes before mashing to mellow the sharpness and create a naturally sweet, buttery flavor.
Warm Your Cream and Butter 🧈
Heat the heavy cream and butter before adding to the hot cauliflower to ensure smooth integration and prevent the mixture from becoming cold or lumpy.
Add Chives at the End 🌿
Fold fresh chives in just before serving to preserve their delicate onion flavor and vibrant color instead of cooking them into the dish.
Use a Ricer for Silky Texture ✨
Pass steamed cauliflower through a ricer before adding liquids to achieve an ultra-smooth, restaurant-quality consistency that mimics traditional mashed potatoes.