It’s Time to Master This Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

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Cauliflower has undergone a renaissance recently, probably because
people have come up with resourceful ways to use this cruciferous vegetable as
a replacement for conventional but unhealthy carbohydrates. BuzzFeed compiled
23 ways to utilize cauliflower as a replacement for carbohydrate-loaded
everyday foods, like rice, pizza crusts, fritters, tortillas and even baked Tater
Tots.[i]

This Creamy and Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Recipe can take the place of
typical mashed potatoes.
Although potatoes may offer health benefits, these tubers are high in starches that
can lead to health risks if consumed excessively. Cauliflower is a better
option, as it doesn’t just guarantee heaps of flavor, but also provides benefits
for your body’s overall well-being.

Ingredients:

1 to 2 heads organic cauliflower

4 tablespoons raw butter

2 tablespoons raw organic cream cheese

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Dr. Mercola’s Himalayan salt, pepper, garlic powder and other spices
to taste

Procedure:

1.
Steam the cauliflower until tender, about 5 to 7
minutes.

2.
Place steamed cauliflower in large mixing bowl
or food processor.

3.
Add butter, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and
seasonings.

4.
Blend all ingredients together until smooth and creamy.

5.
Sprinkle with extra cheese, if desired.

Reap the Potential
Benefits of This Creamy and Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Making a batch of this dish is a decision that can pay off in the long
run because of the advantages you can get from ingredients like organic
cauliflower and raw organic cheese. Plus, you have the liberty of adding other
herbs and spices to make this dish more flavorful. Himalayan salt, freshly
ground black pepper and garlic powder are good examples to begin with, but if
you’d like to enhance it further by using fresh herbs, you’re free to
do so.

Consider the Amazing Benefits
of Cauliflower

Organic cauliflower is the star of this dish not just because of its
refreshing flavor and creamy texture when pureed, but also because of its benefits.
A serving of cauliflower gives you ideal amounts of vitamins B-1, B-2, B-3, B-5,
B-6, B-9, C and K, minerals such as manganese, phosphorus and potassium, as
well as protein and fiber.

Notable antioxidants
are also found in cauliflower, namely vitamin C, beta-carotene, kaempferol,
quercetin, rutin and cinnamic acid. These help the body boost its defenses
against attacks caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS) and resist aging trigged
by daily exposure to pollutants, chronic stress and more, eventually decreasing
the risk of oxidative stress and helping prevent development of harmful side
effects like accelerated tissue and organ damage. Furthermore, cauliflower has
been shown to positively impact your:

·
Heart: Cauliflower
can improve cardiovascular health, specifically by improving blood pressure and
kidney function. These effects are linked to a compound called sulforaphane
found in cruciferous vegetables.[ii]

·
Digestive
system: Sulforaphane can aid in protecting the stomach lining and
inhibiting overgrowth or excessive clinging of the Helicobacter pylori bacteria
in your stomach.[iii]

·
Brain:
Choline can play a role in enhanced brain development. A study revealed that
choline intake during a pregnancy significantly enhanced brain activity of
animals in utero, showing potential in improving cognitive function, learning
and memory.

Choline can also help lower risk of
age-related memory decline, reduce vulnerability to toxins during childhood and
deliver protection to the brain later in life.[iv]

Cauliflower is known to possess the following abilities, too:[v]

·
Anti-inflammatory:
A standout anti-inflammatory substance is indole-3-carbinol, or I3C, which can
operate at the genetic level to help prevent inflammatory responses.

·
Detoxifier:
Substances present in cauliflower can support phase 1 detoxification,
alongside sulfur-containing nutrients that are vital for Phase 2 detox
activities. Meanwhile, another type of compound called glucosolinates activate
detoxification enzymes.

When buying organic cauliflower, pick those that are firm with no brown or
soft yellow spots on the surface. You can also check if the cauliflower is
surrounded by green leaves, as these can be an indicator of freshness. Prior to
using, place the heads upside down in a large bowl of cold salt water for
around 15 minutes to remove insects and/or traces of pesticides.

Here’s Why Raw Butter and Organic
Cheese Are Good for You

Raw milk is a
common denominator in raw butter and organic cheese. Adding these dairy
ingredients can make the dish nutritious and more appetizing, even for picky eaters:

·
Raw
butter made from grass fed cows: This type of butter is exceptional
compared to processed butter because of its nutrient content. Conjugated
linoleic acid (CLA) in raw butter may assist with combating diabetes and weight loss. Meanwhile,
you can also find trace minerals in this type of butter, such as manganese,
chromium, zinc, copper and selenium, as well as easily absorbed vitamin A and
fat-soluble vitamins D, E and K-2.

Ideally, certified organic raw
butter that’s unpasteurized and made from grass fed cows’ milk should be your
top choice.

·
Raw organic
cheese: Compared to processed cheese usually made with unhealthy
pasteurized milk, raw organic cheese has a richer flavor, because heat during
pasteurization destroys enzymes and good bacteria responsible for adding
flavor. Plus, grass fed dairy products like raw organic cheese aren’t just
devoid of potentially dangerous antibiotics and hormones, but contain higher
amounts of vital nutrients as well, such as:[vi]

o
An ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids (2-to-1)

o
Three to five times more CLA[vii]^,[viii]

o
Calcium, magnesium, beta-carotene and vitamins
A, C, D and E

o
Preserved natural enzymes (because raw cheese
isn’t made from pasteurized milk)

To know whether the
cheese you’re buying is good for your health or not, check the label. Raw organic
cheese is made using four ingredients: grass fed milk, starter culture, salt
and rennet (an enzyme). The label itself also states the name of the cheese
variety, such as “cheddar cheese,” “blue cheese” or “brie.” Lastly, raw organic
cheese requires refrigeration.

On the other hand,
processed cheese is made with a laundry list of potentially harmful ingredients,
including additives, coloring agents and other artificial substances. This type
of cheese is often labeled “pasteurized” and requires refrigeration — stark
differences from raw organic cheese.

Source:: Mercola Health Articles