Cauliflower Mash with Garlic and Cream Cheese

 I have never been a fan of the taste of raw cauliflower. I do love it roasted or steamed and mashed like in this recipe. This is a delicious change of pace from mashed potatoes. There are some other variations to this recipe that include adding paprika or thyme.

Sour cream could be substituted for the cream cheese as you might with a potato. 

This recipe would be great with some smoked Gouda or Cheddar cheese as well. Enjoy !


1 med. head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
2 - 4 oz. cream cheese
2 Tbsp. butter

1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
salt and pepper to taste

Bring salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add cauliflower, cover and simmer until tender,
10-15 min. Remove from heat and drain very well.
Add remaining ingredients,
except for salt and pepper
Use fork or potato masher to mash cauliflower
Stir to mix ingredients together well
Taste and add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve as is, or bake at 350 in a small casserole dish until lightly brown on top.