Easy Mashed Cauliflower

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Mashed cauliflower tastes similar to mashed potatoes but with fewer carbs. Top with chopped herbs and grated cheese if you like. Click here to see the In: Season Cauliflower Recipes

Servings

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Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into small florets
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until very tender, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid and then drain well and transfer cauliflower to a food processor. Add oil and reserved water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and purée until smooth. (Or, mash cauliflower with a potato masher). Season with salt and pepper and serve.