“Loaded Cauliflower Mash”

We all love the comfort foods, so let’s make a fluffy mash while beating the carbs for a great new dish to share using a nutritionally dense cauliflower alternative to spuds!

Ingredients: (serves 6)

RECIPE:
3 slices organic, nitrate/nitrite free bacon
1 large head organic cauliflower, cored and broken into florets
2 Tbsp. heavy, organic cream
1 Tbsp. organic butter
2/3 cup organic, shredded cheddar cheese
Organic, fresh sage leaves for garnish (or chopped fresh chives, if preferred)

Preheat over to 425 degrees. Place bacon on parchment-paper-lined baking sheet
Bake for 15-30 minutes, until desired crispness
Transfer bacon to paper towel
Reserve bacon fat and set aside

Turn oven to broil on med-high

Bring large stainless-steel pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook for 15 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain, let sit for a few minutes, then pat dry to rid of liquid

Transfer cauliflower to food processor, add cream and butter. Pulse mixture until medium smooth (the consistency of mashed potatoes)

Transfer mixture from food processor to a small casserole dish. Sprinkle cheese on top, drizzle with reserved bacon fat and broil until cheese is bubbly. Crumble bacon on top and garnish with sage leaves (or chives, if you prefer)

YOUR HEALTH PLATE COACH – Rita