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Is this the year you are finally going to eat vegetables? Is this the year you are finally going to be healthy? Or, is this the year you want more fun in the kitchen? This recipe “hits” all three. This whipped cauliflower recipe is a great low carb substitute for mashed potatoes with only 5 ingredients and a creamy, smooth texture. Best part is that it takes 15 minutes to make and no one but you knows that it is cauliflower and you save a ton of calories.

1/2 cup of mashed potatoes = 80 calories while 1/2 cup of cauliflower = 14 calories.

• 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 – 3 tablespoons milk
• Salt and pepper
• Paprika

Steam cauliflower in a steamer basket in a kettle with one inch of water. Bring the water to a boil and cover and steam for 10 minutes, or until tender.

Place cauliflower and milk, salt and pepper in blender and whip until the consistency of mashed potatoes. You may need to add more milk. Transfer the cauliflower to a serving dish. Sprinkle with paprika if you wish. You can serve immediately or warm up a little more in a hot oven until bubbly.

This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Serve with a little protein, two other vegetables and warm conversation.