Creamy Mashed Cauliflower

4 servings, 3/4 cup each

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

·                                 8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets (about 1 head)

·                                 4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled

·                                 1/3 cup nonfat buttermilk (see Tip)

·                                 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

·                                 1 teaspoon butter

·                                 1/2 teaspoon salt

·                                 Freshly ground pepper to taste

·                                 Snipped fresh chives for garnish

PREPARATION

1.                                Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)

2.                                Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired. Serve hot. from: www.eatingwell.com