Creamy Mashed Cauliflower "Potatoes"

Ingredients

• •1 head cauliflower
• •3 cloves garlic
• •¼ cup whole milk
• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• •1 teaspoon kosher salt
• •½ teaspoon black pepper
• •2 tablespoons chives

Cooking Instructions

1. 1.

   Pour water into a medium pot to a depth of 1/4". Add cauliflower and garlic and cover pot. Bring to a boil and cook until florets are easily pierced with a paring knife, about 8 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a food processor. Add milk, butter, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Purée until smooth, adding more milk if needed. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with chives, if using.

   15 min

2. 2.

   Mashed cauliflower made 2 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill. Rewarm before serving.

   5 min