Several weeks ago I was checking out at the grocery store when the man behind me was inspecting the goods in my cart and says, "Wow, you eat really healthy; you've got a lot of produce there."
The man went on to tell me he owned a farm, which to my surprise was located within 5 miles of my house.
We've lived in this house for 4 years, and I never even knew there was a farm close to us that sold fresh produce.
I was a little mind-blown. Since that meeting at the grocery store, my family frequents the farm every week to buy fresh Alaska produce. It's been so wonderful, and the quality (and price) of the produce is amazing!
One of my favorite veggies to buy from our local farmer is cauliflower; I love it, especially when it's paired with copious amounts of garlic. Like in this recipe:
Click here for the recipe: Garlic Lover's Roasted Cauliflower
It is because of this ongoing love affair that I also created Mashed Cauliflower with Roasted Garlic & Chives.
I eat this creamy side dish for breakfast, lunch and dinner (and all times in between). I'm that obsessed, and I always double the recipe.
Mashed cauliflower on its own is creamy, but when you combine it with ingredients like ghee and roasted garlic, you end up with a richness and a buttery texture that melts in your mouth.
Plain and simple, try this recipe and you'll be just as addicted as I am.
Mashed Cauliflower with Roasted Garlic & Chives
Mashed cauliflower on its own is creamy, but when you combine it with ingredients like ghee and roasted garlic, you end up with a richness and a buttery texture that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 1 head of garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons of ghee olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried chives (or 2 teaspoons fresh chopped)
- ½-3/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Fresh black ground pepper to taste
Instructions
To roast the garlic:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees (F).
- Use a sharp kitchen knife to cut ¼-1/2 of an inch from the top of the garlic cloves.
- Place the head of garlic, cut side up, onto a piece of aluminum foil and sprinkle with olive oil. Wrap the garlic in the aluminum foil and place it on a small baking sheet. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until the garlic is soft. Cool until the garlic is warm to the touch and easily handled.
To make the mashed cauliflower:
- Cut the head of cauliflower into small, bite sized pieces and steam until it is very soft and tender. Place the steamed cauliflower, ghee, chives, sea salt and black pepper into a mixing bowl.
- Use your hands to squeeze the roasted garlic out of its peel into the mixing bowl and discard the peel.
- Mash until the mixture is somewhat smooth and resembles mashed potatoes.
Notes
I like to use my KitchenAid mixer to whisk or “mash” the cauliflower. You can also use a food processor, or just a simple wire potato masher (like this one).
Enjoy!
All my love,
Megan
Vicky says
I love cauliflower mashed - this version sounds delicious!
Megan says
Thanks, Vicky! 😉
Laura @ Gluten Free Pantry says
I love mashed cauliflower, but never tried adding chives to the mix paired with garlic. Can't wait to try this Megan! And so happy you found a local farm-that's always the best!
Megan says
You'll love these, Laura! Careful though, they are addicting. 😉
amber says
Hi Meg,
I just love cauliflower! It's so darn versatile.
Your recipe looks fabulous! So warm and comforting. 🙂
Have a great rest of your week lovely lady.
xo,
--Amber
Megan says
Hi Amber,
Thank you sweet lady!! I live for comfort food! 😉
Hugs to you guys!
M
Christina says
Thank you for posting this! I had a tooth pulled this morning and needed something NOT sugary to eat. These are fantastic!
Megan says
Hi Christina,
I'm so sorry you had to have a tooth pulled! ;( But very glad this recipe was available to you when you needed it!
Hugs,
Megan
Gretchen @gfedge says
I love roasted cauliflower and mashed too. You have really kicked it up a level 🙂 Thanks for posting on Wellness Weekend!
Megan says
Hi Gretchen! Thanks for stopping by! 😉
Amy says
We had this tonight. My husband was a skeptic when he asked, "What's THAT?" and my reply was that it was cauliflower! He was hooked upon first bite! Such a simple and delicious recipe!
Megan says
Hi Amy,
Oh I'm so glad you hooked your hubby! Mine was a little skeptical too at first, but he's a believer now. 😉 Glad you all enjoyed it!
🙂 Megan
Vicky says
Hi Megan!
As you know I'm an avid reader of your thoughts and recipes and I decided I'd love to nominate you for the Versatile Blogger Award! Please see my post here for further details.
http://glutenfreescdandveggie.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/the-versatile-blogger-award.html
Hope you have a lovely week!
Vicky x
Eileen @ Phoenix Helix says
Hi Megan. If you want to link up to this week's AIP Recipe Roundtable, this looks perfect! http://www.phoenixhelix.com/2013/11/13/paleo-aip-recipe-roundtable-3/