Garlic Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

This Garlic Mashed Cauliflower recipe is a delicious low carb side dish! It's smooth and creamy with the flavors of garlic and fresh chives, and it's so easy to make!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 1/2 - 3 lbs, or 7-8 cups of cauliflower florets. Cut florets into 2" pieces.)
• 3 cloves garlic (smashed and peeled)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 tablespoons heavy cream (room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (1/2 teaspoon regular table salt)
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup freshly chopped chives

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Place 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.
2. 2Drain the cauliflower well in a colander.
3. 3Place 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!
4. 4Stir in the butter, heavy cream, salt and pepper and fresh chives until combined. Serve and enjoy!