"Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Name: "Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower; 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt) or 1/8 teaspoon bouillon (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt); 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon chopped chives (to garnish); 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

8 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower
1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt) or 1/8 teaspoon bouillon (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt)
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chopped chives (to garnish)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

1

Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.
2

Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until well done. Drain well; do not let cool and pat cooked cauliflower very dry between several layers of paper towels.
3

In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, chicken base, and pepper until almost smooth.
4

Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.
5

Hint: Try roasting the garlic and adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste.