Cumin Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and quarter potatoes.
2. 2
   Cut cauliflower into 1 1/2-inch florets.
3. 3
   In a 5- to 6-quart kettle cover potatoes with salted cold water by 2 inches and simmer 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Add cauliflower and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Drain vegetables in a colander and transfer to a large bowl.
6. 6
   With a potato masher mash potato mixture.
7. 7
   In a dry heavy skillet toast cumin seeds over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant.
8. 8
   In a bowl whisk together buttermilk and ground cumin.
9. 9
   Stir mixture into potatoes with cumin seeds until combined well and season with salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Potatoes may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
11. 11
    Reheat potatoes, covered, in a 350F.
12. 12
    oven about 30 minutes.
13. 13
    Serve potatoes drizzled with oil and garnished with cilantro.