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Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

Name: Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped (about 6 cups); 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup butter; 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 teaspoon salt

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Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

For weeknight dinner I want something fast, easy and not ordinary. This mashed cauliflower side dish is a perfect substitute for mashed potatoes.

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Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

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Yield:4 servings

Prep:10 min

Cook:10 min

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Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, chopped (about 6 cups)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt

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Directions

1
In a large saucepan, cover cauliflower with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until cauliflower is tender, 10-12 minutes; drain and return to pan.

2
Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Immediately remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer; discard peppercorns, garlic and bay leaf.
3
Add cream mixture to cauliflower. Mash to reach desired consistency.