Mashed Golden Cauliflower with Koroneiki EVOO & Roasted Garlic
If your family thinks dinner is not complete without mashed potatoes, you have to try this recipe!
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh cauliflower in small pieces - florets only
- 3 cups lightly salted water or chicken stock
- 1/3 cup creme fraiche
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons fresh peppery, extra virgin olive oil (such as Tastealotta Koroneiki)
- 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons Pecorino Romano grated
- 3 cloves large whole garlic roasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely minced or snipped
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
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Place the florets and water or chicken stock to a simmer in a medium pot.
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Simmer for 6 minutes, and drain thoroughly.
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Place the still hot, drained florets in a large bowl with the creme fraiche, olive oil, roasted garlic, Pecorino, salt, and pepper.
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With an immersion blender (stick blender), processes the ingredients until just pureed or to desired consistency.
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To finish, drizzle with additional grated Pecorino, a drizzle of olive oil, and chives.
