Mashed Cauliflower

By bonitariley

Ingredients

• large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
• 2 tbsp light cream cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Pinch, ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
• Olive oil to taste
• Fresh ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot of boiling salted water add the cauliflower and cook for about 5 minutes, until tender.

Using a slotted spoon, remove the cauliflower and place in the bowl of a food processor. Add the light cream cheese, garlic, nutmeg, salt and cheese to the cauliflower. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and fluffy.

Using a spatula, place the cauliflower in a bowl and top with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and pepper and serve.