**Mashed Cauliflower and Cheese: A Low-Carb, Keto-Friendly Comfort Food**
Craving a comforting and delicious side dish that's also good for you? Look no further than mashed cauliflower and cheese! This low-carb, keto-friendly dish is a healthier alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, and it's just as creamy and flavorful. Plus, it's incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking. This article provides three delicious recipes for mashed cauliflower and cheese, each with its own unique twist. Whether you prefer a classic cheesy flavor, a spicy kick, or a cheesy jalapeno addition, you'll find a recipe here that will satisfy your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a guilt-free comfort food that's both nutritious and satisfying.
CHEESY MASHED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE (CAULIFLOWER MASH)
Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower is a healthy (and tasty) alternative to regular mashed potatoes. Learn how to make cauliflower mash with this simple recipe!
Provided by Becky Hardin - The Cookie Rookie
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the stalk off the cauliflower and chop the cauliflower head into 2-inch pieces.
- Fill a Dutch oven or stockpot 2/3rd full of water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add 1-tablespoon table salt and the cauliflower and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook the cauliflower until very tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the cauliflower, and return it to the pot.
- Set the heat to LOW, and cook just until the excess moisture from the cauliflower cooks off, about 1 minute. Remove pan from the heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter, heavy cream, and pepper. Use an immersion blender or countertop blender to puree the cauliflower.
- Add the cheeses and season to taste with kosher salt, if needed.
- Serve immediately with a tab of butter and a sprinkle of fresh chives.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 1949 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEESY MASHED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, salt, butter, whole milk, pepper, white cheddar cheese, fresh chive
Provided by Tasty
Categories Sides
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Chop the head of cauliflower into florets.
- Bring a medium pot of water to boil over medium-high heat. Add a pinch of salt and the cauliflower and boil for 15 minutes, or until the cauliflower is soft.
- Drain the cauliflower, then return to the pot.
- Add the butter, salt, and milk to the cauliflower.
- Mash the ingredients together until most of the milk is absorbed and the texture is creamy.
- Add pepper and the cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
- Add the chives and mix.
- Garnish with chives and more cheddar cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams
CHEDDAR MASHED CAULIFLOWER
Want an alternative to mashed potatoes? Try cauliflower jazzed up with cheddar cheese and rosemary. -Chrystal Baker, Studio City, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add cauliflower; cover and cook until tender, 5-10 minutes. Drain. Mash cauliflower with the milk, rosemary and salt. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, top with additional fresh rosemary and coarsely ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
MASHED CAULIFLOWER BAKE
Cauliflower and cheese combine to make a creamy side dish. The possibilities with seasonings are endless.
Provided by AMiller
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Cauliflower Mashed
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer cauliflower to a bowl.
- Mash cauliflower with cream cheese until smooth; stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spoon mixture into a 1-quart casserole dish; top with Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling and Cheddar cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 164.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
MASHED CAULIFLOWER AND CHEESE
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add the cauliflower to a medium-sized saucepan along with the chicken stock. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the roasted garlic and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the milk and puree with an immersion blender until smooth. Mix in the cheese and taste for seasoning. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and garnish with sour cream and chives.
MASHED CAULIFLOWER WITH PARMESAN
I couldn't shake my mashed potato habit-until I tried mashed cauliflower with a similar consistency. I started making my own, and my family loves it. -Meredith Howard, Franklin, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water and cauliflower in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, covered, until cauliflower is soft, 10-12 minutes. Drain., Mash cauliflower to desired consistency. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, cream, butter and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and, if desired, parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
GARLIC MASHED CAULIFLOWER
This recipe is so easy and healthy. I love mashed potatoes, and when I started the South Beach Diet® and couldn't have them, I had to find an alternative. This is an awesome alternative, and people who hate vegetables love it. I do recommend using a large food processor for this recipe.
Provided by Andie
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Cauliflower Mashed
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Transfer half the cauliflower to a food processor; cover and blend on high. Add remaining cauliflower florets, one at a time, until vegetables are creamy. Blend in garlic, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 371.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
MASHED CAULIFLOWER
This is our choice for a side dish that's lower in carbs than mashed potatoes but just as flavorful and satisfying. I suggest garnishing it with chopped green onions. -Tina Martini, Sparks, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 2-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water to a boil. Add cauliflower; cook, covered, until very tender, 8-12 minutes. Drain., Mash cauliflower, adding cheese, butter, seasonings and enough milk to reach desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 718mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CAULIFLOWER CHEESE MASH WITH THYME
Two great side dishes combined, this herby mashed potato with cauliflower and cheddar works perfectly with sausages, veal or chicken
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Side dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the potato in a pan of salted water and bring to the boil. Add the cauliflower and boil both vegetables until tender. Meanwhile, heat the milk with the butter, thyme and cheese. When the veg is ready, drain well and blitz in a food processor.
- Gradually add the milk mixture (remove the thyme) until you get a smooth, thick purée. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Serve with sausages, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To save time, use a food processor or blender to mash the cauliflower.
- For a smoother texture, strain the mashed cauliflower through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Use a variety of cheeses to create different flavor combinations. Some good options include cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Gruyère.
- To make the dish more decadent, add a little bit of heavy cream or butter.
- Season the mashed cauliflower with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
- Serve the mashed cauliflower immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Mashed cauliflower and cheese is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it is also a low-carb, low-calorie option. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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