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Cauliflower Mash

Cauliflower mash is an essential side dish for low-carb eaters. It's creamy, tasteful, keto-friendly, GF-friendly, and hella good!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Head of cauliflower cut into florets
  • 4 Garlic cloves minced
  • 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
  • ¼ cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1-2 tbsp Heavy cream more if needed
  • Kosher salt
  • Ground white pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add the cauliflower florets and a pinch of salt to a boiling pot of water. Cook for 10 minutes or until tender. In a skillet, drizzle in olive oil and minced garlic. Cook the garlic for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  • Drain the cauliflower well, pat dry if needed. Transfer the cooked cauliflower florets, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, heavy cream, kosher salt, and ground white pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl. Top off the dish with the remaining unsalted butter and fresh thyme. Serve hot.
Keyword Cauliflower mash, gluten-free side dish, Mashed cauliflower