Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Mash

Name: Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Mash
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 3 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 large cauliflower (2 1/2 lbs.), cut into florets (about 8 cups); 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil; 6 leaves fresh sage; 2 small cloves garlic, crushed with press; 1/4 c. lowfat (1%) milk

By The Good Housekeeping Test KitchenPublished: Oct 30, 2014

John Kernick

Yields:

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Cal/Serv:

140

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The combination of sweet potatoes and cauliflower create a savory, cozy winter side dish loaded with nutrients.

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Ingredients

3 lb.
sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1
large cauliflower (2 1/2 lbs.), cut into florets (about 8 cups)
1/3 cup
extra-virgin olive oil
6
leaves fresh sage
2
small cloves garlic, crushed with press
1/4 cup
lowfat (1%) milk

Directions

1. Step 1In 7- to 8-quart saucepot, combine sweet potatoes, enough cold water to cover by 1 inch, and 3 tablespoons salt. Partially cover and heat to simmering on high. Remove cover and add cauliflower. Simmer 15 minutes or until vegetables are very tender but not falling apart, stirring occasionally.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepot, heat oil on medium-low. Add sage and garlic. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until garlic is golden, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Remove and discard sage leaves.
3. Step 3Drain vegetables well; return to empty pot. In batches, in food processor, purée vegetables until smooth; transfer to large bowl. To puréed vegetables, add oil mixture, milk, and 1/4 teaspoons salt, stirring to combine.