Mashed cauliflower

Hubby and I tried this the other night. Obviously it isn't quite like regular mashed potatoes, but it was tasty. I made a modification, though. Instead of adding in some butter, I added in some fat-free half and half. I put in a splash, and kept adding a little bit at a time until it was the right consistency.

Mashed Cauliflower

Cook a bag of microwaveable pre-cut cauliflower as directed on the bag.

*Then put it into a food processor or blender with half a tablespoon of butter, a pinch of garlic powder,a pinch of onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.

*If want it to be thicker you can dry the cauliflower with a paper towel before you blend it.

Cauliflower is very low in calories, so you can afford to use a small amount of butter.

Yum-o!

I made Onion and Cheese Soup the other night. It's a recipe from my mom, and it's delicious!!

3 Tablespoons butter or margarine
1 cup chopped mild onions
3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups milk (I used skim and it was still good)
1 block of Cracker Barrel Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded (The wrapper is red.)
Dash of pepper, if wanted

1. Melt butter. Cook onion until tender, but not brown.
2. Blend in flour and pepper.
3. Add milk all at once.
4. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and bubbles.
5. Add cheese; stir to melt.
6. Top with croutons if desired.

If you try it, I hope you like it! It's filling for dinner, with a nice salad or half a sandwich.