Purple Cauliflower Mash with Gruyere
Purple Cauliflower Mash with Gruyere is a cozy side dish fort wo with a little extra visual charm. The cauliflower becomes smooth and comforting once mashed, while the Gruyere adds savory depth and a gently nutty richness. It is a wonderful alternative to mashed potatoes when you want something a little different for a smaller dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 purple cauliflower small head
- 8 ounces Gruyere cheese
- salt and pepper
- cream optional
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower in small florets and wash it.
- Steam or cook the cauliflower. Steaming will take more time, around 20 minutes or even 25 if you want the cauliflower to be very soft.
- Grate the Gruyere cheese.
- When the cauliflower is cooked, drain it. Keep a cup of cooking liquid, just in case.
- Mash the cauliflower or use an immersion mixer to make is superfine. Return the cauliflower to the pan.
- Add the cheese to the cauliflower and mix it. Keep it warm until the cheese melted and binds the cauliflower.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- If the mixture is too thick, add some cream or cooking liquid.
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 39gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 896mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g