{"id":"71823f5d-89f9-47df-a372-bb7fd7dbcf5d","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/71823f5d-89f9-47df-a372-bb7fd7dbcf5d","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a50786/best-mashed-cauliflower-recipe/","title":"Mashed Cauliflower","description":"This cauliflower mash recipe is the perfect low-carb substitute to mashed potatoes. The secret to making steamed cauliflower smooth and creamy? Cream cheese!","servings":8,"servings_text":"8 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT5M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT25M","ingredients":[{"text":"2 medium heads cauliflower, florets removed","item":"medium heads cauliflower, florets removed","quantity":2},{"text":"6 oz. cream cheese, softened","item":"cream cheese","quantity":6,"unit":"oz","preparation":"softened"},{"text":"1/3 c. milk","item":"milk","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Kosher salt","item":"Kosher salt"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper","item":"Freshly ground black pepper"},{"text":"Freshly chopped chives, for garnish","item":"Freshly chopped chives, for garnish"},{"text":"Butter, for serving","item":"Butter, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets and cook until tender, 10 minutes. Drain well, pressing with paper towels or a clean dish towel to remove as much excess water as possible."},{"number":2,"text":"Return to pot and mash cauliflower with a potato masher until smooth and no large chunks remain."},{"number":3,"text":"Stir in cream cheese and milk and season with salt and pepper and mash until completely combined and creamy. (Add a couple tablespoons more milk until you reach desired consistency.)"},{"number":4,"text":"Garnish with chives, season with more pepper, and top with a pat of butter."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:53:58.283503+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:53:58.283503+00:00"}