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Cauliflower-Leek Puree

Type: Vegetables
Serves: 6 people

Recipe Ingredients

1   Cauliflower - separated into
  Florets
1   Leek, white and 1" of green - well washed, and
  Cut into 1/2" slices
1 teaspoon 5mlSalt - divided
3 tablespoons 45mlButter
3 tablespoons 45mlCream
1/8 teaspoon 0.6mlNutmeg - (optional)
  Salt - to taste
  Freshly-ground black pepper - to taste

Recipe Instructions

Cook cauliflower and leeks in lightly salted boiling water 15 minutes, until very tender. Drain; return veggies to pot and toss over high heat to thoroughly remove excess moisture.

Place half the vegetables in food processor with half the butter and cream. Process until smooth. Repeat with remaining vegetables, butter, and cream. Mix in nutmeg; season to taste with salt and pepper.

This recipe yields 6 servings.

Carbohydrates: 8.5 grams

Net Carbs: 5.5 grams

Fiber: 3 grams

Protein: 3 grams

Fat: 9 grams

Calories: 120

Description:

"Leeks are relatively low in carbs (for a member of the onion family) and have a fresh flavor which pairs well with cauliflower. The single leek used here turns this dish into a close double for mashed potatoes."

Source:
Atkins Cookbook at http://atkinscenter.com

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