How to Substitute Smashed Cauliflower for Potatoes

Most people love creamy rich mashed potatoes but if you are diabetic or trying to loose weight this version of mock mashed potatoes is just what the doctor ordered!

Things You'll Need

• 1 Head of cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons of sour cream
• 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Food Processor

Instructions

Mock Mashed Potatoes

1. 

   Rinse and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Steam the cauliflower using an insert steamer till soft. You can boil or microwave the cauliflower but some nutrients may be lost that way. Frozen chopped cauliflower works well also. Just follow the directions for cooking them on the package.

2. 

   Place cooked cauliflower into the food processor.

3. 

   Add butter or margarine, sour cream, and just a dash of salt and pepper to taste.

4. Blend in processor until cauliflower is of a mashed consistency. You can add some shredded cheese if you'd like and process with above ingredients.

5. Remove from food processor and reheat till hot. If mixture is too thick add a splash of milk.

6. Place in bowl and serve immediately. These mock mashed potatoes will go with any dinner where you would serve real mashed potatoes.

Tips & Warnings

• You can add a clove or two of garlic for taste.

• You can substitute extra virgin olive oil for the margarine or butter.