Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Mash with Bacon Garnish
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Begin by cutting the cauliflower into florets and peeling and dicing the potatoes into equal-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
2. Boil the Vegetables:
- In a large pot, combine the cauliflower florets, diced potatoes, and minced garlic. Add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for about PT15M (15 minutes), or until the vegetables are fork-tender.
3. Drain and Mash:
- Carefully drain the cooked vegetables into a colander. Return them to the warm pot. Using a potato masher or immersion blender, gradually mash the mixture until smooth.
4. Add the Flavors:
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper to the mashed vegetables. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
5. Incorporate Cheese and Bacon:
- Fold in 1/2 cup of crumbled bacon and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and is evenly distributed throughout the mash.
6. Finish with Sour Cream:
- Add 1/2 cup of sour cream, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
7. Garnish and Serve:
- Transfer the mash to a serving bowl and garnish with finely sliced green onions and extra crumbled bacon bits if desired. Serve hot.
Total Time
PT25M
25 minutes
Type of Dish
Dinner
Keywords
Cauliflower mash, Potato side dish, Cheesy mash dinner, Bacon garnish, Comfort food, Cauliflower and cheese, Mashed potatoes, Easy dinner recipe, Gluten-free dinner, Vegetable mash
Recipe Yield
Feeds 4 adults
Calories
Total: 1360 calories
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