Cauliflower Mash
This simple keto cauliflower mash is the perfect blend of butter, cream and cheese.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time18 mins
Total Time23 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 249kcal
Author: Amber @ Low Carb Quick
- 6 cups cauliflower florets
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 6 oz gouda shredded, *may also use cheddar, pepper jack, or your preferred cheese
- 3 tbsp butter
- 6 slices slices bacon, fried
- ¼ tsp salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
Chop cauliflower into small florets. You may also use store-bought riced cauliflower.
Add the cauliflower, butter, heavy cream, salt, pepper and garlic powder to a microwave safe dish and microwave on high to soften the florets, approximately 18 minutes. Stir halfway through.
Add the cauliflower mix to a food processor, add the Gouda and bacon and blend until smooth and creamy.
Top with bacon and parsley.
Suggested toppings:
- bacon
- chives
- jalapeño
- cheese
- cream cheese/sour cream
- parsley
- cajun seasoning
- roasted garlic
- red pepper flakes
For dairy-free diets: use almond milk instead of heavy cream
Freeze up to 3 months in a sealed freezer bag. Thaw overnight in fridge, then reheat.
Store in an air-tight container up to 3 days in the fridge.
Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 483IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 1mg