Pumpkin and Cauliflower Garlic Mash Recipe

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Pumpkin and Cauliflower Garlic Mash

Original Recipe: tasteofhome.com

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets (about 6 cups)
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1/3 cup spreadable cream cheese
• 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

DIRECTIONS:

1. Place 1 in. of water in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Add cauliflower and garlic cloves; cook, covered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain; transfer to a food processor.
2. Add remaining ingredients; process until smooth. Return to pan; heat through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Information Values

Nutrition Facts: Per serving

Serving size: 2/3 cup

• Carbohydrate – 12g (5g sugars, 4g fiber)
• Calories – 87
• Cholesterol – 9mg
• Fiber – 2g
• Fat – 4g
• Protein – 46g
• Sodium – 428mg

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.