Mashed "Potatoes"

Mashed "Potatoes"

If you ever tried the South Beach Diet, this was the alternative to using potatoes which raised the insulin levels due to the amount of starch contained.  It is a  delicious dish and camouflages the cauliflower taste.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds cauliflower, cut into large florets (about 8 cups)

3 garlic cloves, peeled
2 (14-ounce) cans lower-sodium chicken broth
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

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Directions:

In a large saucepan, combine cauliflower, garlic, and broth. If cauliflower is not completely covered by broth, add water to just cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until cauliflower is tender, about 12 minutes.

Reserve 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid, then drain cauliflower and garlic. Transfer cauliflower and garlic to the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth, pulsing in some or all of the reserved cooking liquid, if necessary, to moisten mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, stir in chives. Serve warm.