Rachael Ray's Cheesy "smashed" Cauliflower

Submitted by hottiecj

"Posting this here for safe keeping. I don't normally use Rachael Ray recipes 'cause she mixes sweet and savory flavors a lot and I find that kinda gross. ;) But this one sounded pretty good. I think I'll leave out the nutmeg, tho. If you try it let me know how it turns out. :)"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 ounces boursin cheese (or other garlic and herb soft cheese)
• 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese (a handful)
• 1⁄8 teaspoon grated nutmeg (optional)

directions

1. Pour broth into a deep pot.
2. Trim leaves and core off head of cauliflower.
3. Place head of cauliflower in broth and drizzle with the olive oil.
4. Cover and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to medium and boil covered until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
6. Uncover and mash cauliflower w/potato masher.
7. Allow liquid to cook off while you add cheeses and mash all together, about 2 to 3 minutes.
8. When all mixed and thickened, remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste, and nutmeg, if desired.

Reviews

[can_dee]

Delicious!

 

[tomisb1]

My wife and I love it. She has made it with herbed cream cheese as well and while it is good, I prefer the Boursin. We have made it for company and gotten nothing but raves. Great way to keep carbs down and up fiber.

 

[healthbug]

I just tried the mashed cauliflower and it was very good. I did add some cream cheese since I did not have the other cheese but turned out well with add'l herbs. well done

 

[Kathyeb]

I love this recipe. I've made it multiple times however without the nutmeg. I'm having it for company tonight and they've never had it before. I feel sure they'll love it.

 

[ShortieNJ]

yummm. i made this with the laughing cow garlic and herb cheese, and omitted the nutmeg...and, forgot the parmesan...turned out wonderful anyway. Great addition or replacement to mashed potatoes :-) thanks for posting