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Brown Butter Mashed Cauliflower

Savory Brown Butter Mashed Cauliflower Recipe for a Delicious Side

This Brown Butter Mashed Cauliflower is a creamy, flavorful alternative to mashed potatoes, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into florets
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for browning
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • sauté pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Potato masher or immersion blender

Method
 

  1. Wash and cut the cauliflower into uniform florets.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot, add the cauliflower, and cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
  3. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty.
  4. Drain the cooked cauliflower and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Add browned butter, garlic, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mash until smooth using a potato masher or immersion blender.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to customize with Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream or add herbs like thyme for a twist.

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