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Healthy Herb & Garlic Mashed Cauliflower - A healthy alternative to mashed potatoes that will please everyone! Full of flavor. Healthy. And no one will even know the difference. Really!
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Healthy Herb & Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

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Author Holly Waterfall

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 medium white onion , chopped
  • 5 cups chopped cauliflower (approximately one head)
  • 1 medium carrot , cut into small slices
  • 1/4 cup of vegan butter
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary , chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
  • salt & pepper , to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in large saucepan or pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and saute 4 to 5 minutes, or until browned.
  • Add cauliflower, carrot, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 10 to 12 minutes, or until vegetables are very tender. Add a couple tablespoons of water if the pot becomes to dry before vegetables are cooked. Drain off any liquid.
  • Pour cauliflower mixture into food processor or blender. Or if you have an immersion blender, you can just keep it right in the pan. Add butter and all spices and blend until well blended and smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste depending on your preferences.