Asiago Mashed Cauliflower

Name: Asiago Mashed Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon sea salt, divided; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 4 servings

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Asiago and fresh parsley help turn this mashed potato alternative into a flavorful side dish that won't leave you feeling guilty or completely stuffed. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Place cauliflower and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until very tender, 12-15 minutes. Drain; cool slightly.
Transfer to a food processor. Add the cream cheese, Asiago cheese, butter, parsley, pepper and remaining sea salt. Process until blended.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 239 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 530mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.

Asiago and fresh parsley help turn this mashed potato alternative into a flavorful side dish that won't leave you feeling guilty or completely stuffed. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

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