Place cauliflower in a large pot and cover with water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Boil until tender. Drain very well.
Place the cauliflower in a large pot, add minced garlic, sour cream and softened butter to the pot, and puree using a handheld blender until thick and smooth.
Serve warm topped with extra butter and chives, if you like.
NOTES
Boil the cauliflower in salted water. This will help to add flavor to the dish right from the start.
Use an immersion blender to get the mashed cauliflower really smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher and a hand whisk, but it will take a little more effort.
NUTRITION
Nutrition Facts
Mashed Cauliflower
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 398mg17%
Potassium 447mg13%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 231IU5%
Vitamin C 70mg85%
Calcium 45mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
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