Description
Cauliflower Purée is a luxurious, creamy side dish that elevates any meal with its rich flavor and velvety texture. This easy recipe transforms simple cauliflower into an impressive dish that delights guests and family alike. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight dinners, this purée pairs beautifully with chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 2 lbs), chopped into florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Remove leaves and chop cauliflower into florets. Rinse under cold water.
- Cook the Cauliflower: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until tender (10-12 minutes).
- Sauté Garlic: Melt butter in a skillet over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Blend Until Smooth: Drain cauliflower and add to a blender with sautéed garlic and heavy cream. Blend until creamy.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste; blend briefly to combine.
- Serve: Transfer purée to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle fresh herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg