"Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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

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Ingredients

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

Directions

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{"0":"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.","4":"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.","6":"Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.","9":"Hint: Try roasting the garlic and adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste.","12":"Per Serving: Calories: 149; Total Fat: 11.5 grams; Saturated Fat: 7 grams; Protein: 5 grams; Total carbohydrates: 8 grams; Sugar: 4 gramsl; Fiber: 4 grams; Cholesterol: 31 milligrams; Sodium: 170 milligrams"}