Mashed Cauliflower "Fauxtatoes"
2 bags frozen cauliflower (can use fresh but can be expensive and too much trouble)
.25 cup milk / half and half
.5 block FF cream cheese
Greek Seasoning to Taste (prefer Cavender's - found at walmart)
Put the Cauliflower in a pot with water to cover it. Add the milk/cream - this will prevent the cauliflower from turning grey and bitter while boiling it. Cook till tender. Drain all liquid and let sit in colander for several minutes. You want as much liquid as possible to drain off it or your fauxtatoes will be runny.
Add the califlower and cream cheese to a food processor. Run on high untill mixture is smooth. If needed you can add a little milk to help this process along. Add Greek Seasoning to taste, mix well, and serve.
For some dishes that call for grits (ie Shrimp & grits, etc) you can incorporate the other half of the block of cream cheese and some paremsan cheese to the mixture and heat well in a pot till all is melted. This is a great grits substitute for savory dishes.
My house prefers this over standard mashed potatoes as it has more flavor and it is definitely healthier to eat
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