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newbie00
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Mashed Cauliflower
I've tried several times and not sure if I'm doing it wrong. Does it have the same consistency as potatoes?
I cooked the cauliflower in boiling water for several min but I feel like its watery
Any tips?
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Posted 4/1/12 8:59 AM  |
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headoverheels
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Re: Mashed Cauliflower
I'd steam instead of boiling it, but it definitely doesn't have the same consistency as potatoes - it's much softer, and a bit watery. Are you mixing it with anything like cheese?
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| Posted 4/1/12 10:55 AM |
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newbie00
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Re: Mashed Cauliflower
ok so maybe it how it was suppose to be....I did add a little cream and butter and cheese to it. Ill try steaming next time
Thanks
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| Posted 4/1/12 11:33 AM |
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jenny
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Re: Mashed Cauliflower
This is the recipe I use. I usually only use half the butter and add a little EVOO. I found the recipe on foodnetwork.com
Ingredients
* 1 medium head cauliflower
* 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
* 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
* 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
* 1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base or bullion (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt)
* 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
* 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or dry chives, for garnish
* 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Directions
Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.
Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until well done. Drain well; do not let cool and pat cooked cauliflower very dry between several layers of paper towels.
In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, chicken base, and pepper until almost smooth.
Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.
Hint: Try roasting the garlic and adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste.
Chef: George Stella
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| Posted 4/1/12 2:26 PM |
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DrMeg
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Re: Mashed Cauliflower
I find mashing it doesn't work. I usually drain the cauliflower and blend it in the food processor with milk and butter. I've also used sour cream and that works as well.
Message edited 4/2/2012 9:18:29 AM.
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| Posted 4/2/12 9:18 AM |
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ladybug8
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Re: Mashed Cauliflower
I would first roast the cauliflower at about 400 for 25 minutes with some garlic, oil, salt and pepper.
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| Posted 4/2/12 1:29 PM |
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