Roasted Cauliflower Puree

We grilled some ribeyes last night for Taylor's birthday and he requested cauliflower puree to go with it. It's so good under grilled chicken and steak because it absorbs the meat's juice-- delicious.

I used this recipe but subbed 4 C whole milk with 3.5 C 2% milk (it was all we had) and .5 C heavy cream. It was sooo good!

Ingredients

• 2 heads cauliflower, core removed, cut into florets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 bunch chives, minced for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. On a sheet tray, spread 1/3 of the florets with the oil, season with salt and bake until caramelized, about 25 minutes.
   
3. Meanwhile, combine remaining cauliflower, milk and half a teaspoon of salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
   
4. Bring mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook until cauliflower is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
   
5. Strain cauliflower from milk mixture, reserving both.
   
6. Transfer cauliflower to a blender.
   
7. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and butter to the blender. Add half of the reserved milk liquid. Secure top on blender and puree mixture until smooth.
   
8. If mixture is too thick, thin by adding some of the remaining liquid. Season, to taste.
   
9. Serve in a large serving bowl topped with caramelized florets and chives.