Active Time

　　20 minutes

　　Total Time

　　20 minutes

　　Try this creamy cauliflower purée instead of mashed potatoes—it's more nutritious, lower-carb, and just as delicious.

　　

Ingredients

Serves 4

　　1 small head of cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds), chopped

　　3 garlic cloves, peeled

　　1/4 cup (or more) whole milk

　　2 tablespoons unsalted butter

　　1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more

　　1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more

　　Chopped chives (for serving; optional)

　　

Step 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.

　　

Do Ahead

Step 2

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