Ingredients
1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Fill a large pot with about an inch of water and insert a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil.
Step 2: Place the cauliflower florets into the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 12-15 minutes, or until very tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 3: Remove the cauliflower from the heat and let it sit uncovered for 2-3 minutes to allow excess steam to escape.
Step 4: Transfer the steamed cauliflower to a food processor. Add the sour cream, butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Step 5: Process until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Step 6: Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chives if desired.
Notes
Ensure cauliflower is well-drained and steamed rather than boiled to prevent a watery texture. For extra flavor, add 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dishes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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