Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes or Cauliflower

Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

from:  http://whatsfordinner2.blogspot.com/2012/08/garlic-olive-oil-chives-and-cheese.html

These mashed potatoes are easy to make and full of flavor. I even used this recipe to make mashed cauliflower instead of potatoes.

UPDATE: I have received a lot of questions on how to substitute the cauliflower in place of potatoes. I use a vegetable steamer to preserve the most nutrients while cooking the cauliflower. It takes about 20 minutes to steam a full head of cauliflower in the steamer. (Yes, I use the entire cauliflower to make this recipe). You may also boil the cauliflower 7 to 10 minutes if you do not have access to a vegetable steamer. Once the cauliflower is tender and almost falling apart, I add the milk, butter, garlic salt, chives, and Parmesan to the drained pot. Next, I take a hand mixer to whip the cauliflower mixture into a smooth and creamy texture. Enjoy!

Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes Recipe

INGREDIENTS

5-6 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 
1/2 c. milk 
2 T. butter
1 t. garlic salt
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
2 T. fresh chives
salt and pepper (to taste)

DIRECTIONS

1. Wash, peel, and dice potatoes into large pieces. Boil the potatoes, garlic, and 1 t. salt in 6 cups of water until tender (about 20 minutes).

2. Drain and mash potatoes.

3. Add the remaining ingredients to the potatoes.

4. Combine until smooth and free of lumps.

Serves 3-4

bon appétit