Packed with nutrients, this smashed cauliflower is a wonderful substitute for mashed potatoes if you are looking for fewer carbohydrates in your diet. The flavor of the cauliflower is nicely mellowed by the cheese and nutmeg.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk or half and half
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 ounces Boursin cheese (or other garlic and herb soft cheese)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg (optional)
  • Flat-leaf (Italian) Parsley to garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. Pour broth into a deep pot.
  2. Trim leaves and remove core from head of cauliflower.
  3. Place head of cauliflower in broth and drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Cover and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer covered until very tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Uncover and reserve 1/2 of the liquid.
  7. Puree cauliflower with immersion blender or in a food processor until smooth, adding the reserved liquid as needed.
  8. Stir in cheeses until thoroughly mixed.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add nutmeg and a pat of butter and some chopped parsley, if desired.

Serves 4-6

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