Cauliflower and Potato Mash (light & fluffy)
Light and fluffy cauliflower and potato mash combines the traditional taste with a lower carb twist. This easy and healthy recipe is packed with nutrients, you and your kids won't know they are eating veggies!
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Yukon Potato or russet, peeled, cut into chunks 2 large potatoes or 3 medium
- 1 head Medium cauliflower, cut into chunks 4-5 cups
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup Hot water or more reserved from boiling potatoes & cauliflower
Instructions
- Peel potatoes and cut into medium chucks. Remove leaves from head of cauliflower and cut into 1-2 inch pieces. Keep potato and cauliflower similar in size.
- Place cauliflower and potatoes in pot, cover with water and boil until fork tender and just starting to fall apart. About 10-15 minutes.
- Once fork tender and falling apart, RESERVE 1 cup of liquid from the pot. Strain the rest of the liquid.
- Combine butter, sour cream, minced garlic, salt & pepper, 1/3 cup reserved water and mash or blend using electric whisk. *You can also blend in a food processor or kitchen aid using whisk attachment
- Taste and add more salt or liquid if needed.Start with 1/3 cup liquid, you can add up to 1/2 cup if desired for more creamy consistency.
Notes
An electric whisk is preferred to create that fluffy, airy consistency.
Options like a potato masher, potato ricer or Kitchen Aid Mixer will also work.