Mashed Cauliflower

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower, leaves removed and discarded

  • 1 cup water

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 tbsp plain yogurt

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)

  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Separate cauliflower into bite-size florets (the curly part) and leave stems.

  2. Put the pot on the stove, add the cauliflower and water, and set the heat to high. Bring the pot to a boil. Cover and turn the heat down to low.

  3. Cook the cauliflower until very tender, 15-35 minutes depending on the size of the cauliflower florets. If there is liquid left in the pot, drain the cauliflower and return it to the pot.

  4. Mash, using a potato masher, or blend with a handheld blender or food processor.

  5. Add the olive oil, yogurt and, if using, butter, salt, and pepper and mash until smooth. Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 days.