Cauliflower Mash

1 head of cauliflower
2 tbsp earth balance
2 tbsp non-dairy cream cheese spread
1 tsp minced garlic
salt and pepper to taste



Cut the cauliflower off the head, keep stems (just as you would do with broccoli. Rinse well and place in a medium sauce pan. Add a cup of water and boil, covered, until the stems break with a fork. Don't worry about over cooking, you are going to mash anyways. Once it is cooked, drain the water then put back on the stove for a couple of minutes uncovered to evaporate the remaining water.

Add remainder of ingredients and mash with a fork as you stir. If it does not look mashed enough, try use a potato masher.

To make it fancy, top with chives. If you don't want to do vegan and want extra flavor, add a tsp of ranch dressing. I used to do this to my mashed potatoes.