Mashed Cauliflower (Faux Mashed Potatoes)

By razorboy

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
• 1 t chicken base
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1/2 teaspoon roasted garlic
• ¼ t fresh rosemary or thyme
• pinch of kosher salt (to taste)
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or dry chives, for garnish
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Preparation

Step 1

Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.

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.
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.

Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.
Hint: Try adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste.