What is a good recipe for creamed cauliflower?

Creamed cauliflower is made with a mixture of cauliflower, milk, garlic, olive oil, butter and seasoning. It makes a good low-carbohydrate substitute for mashed potatoes.

Creamed Cauliflower

This recipe was originally published in The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook. It is flavorful, low in calories and easy to make.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Ready in: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 head of cauliflower
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/3 cup non-fat buttermilk
• 4 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp butter
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Pepper and herbs to taste

1. Prepare the vegetables

Cut the cauliflower into 8 cups of small florets. Peel and crush the garlic.

2. Steam the vegetables

Steam the cauliflower and garlic for 12 to 15 minutes in a steamer or for 3 to 5 minutes in the microwave.

3. Blend the vegetables

Mix the steamed cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add the milk, 2 tsp of the olive oil, butter, salt and pepper and blend thoroughly.

4. Finish the creamed cauliflower

Add the creamed cauliflower to a serving bowl and sprinkle with 2 tsp of olive oil. Sprinkle the top with fresh herbs such as chives.

Add fresh herbs or cheese to the creamed cauliflower to add some additional flavor.