Gluten Free · Grains · Vegetable-related

Creamy cauliflower garlic rice

This is delicious, unctious and creamy!

6 to 8 cups chopped cauliflower
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth plus 2 cups water
1/2 cup whole milk
1 1/2 cups brown rice
1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp butter
6 to 8 cloves minced garlic
1/2 to 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese for topping (more to taste)

Cook the rice according to the package directions.

Bring the broth and water to a boil in a large pot. Add the cauliflower and boil for 10 minutes or until tender, then transfer the cauliflower to the blender or food processor.

Puree the cauliflower adding milk or broth to get a smooth, creamy consistency. Season with salt, pour over the cooked rice and stir to combine.

In a large nonstick skillet melt the butter over low heat and add the garlic, sauteing until the garlic is very frangrant. Watch it doesn’t burn!. Should take about 3 to 5 minutes.
Add the creamy rice mixture and stir until the butter/garlic mixture is well incorporated.
Add cheese on top or stir it through the rice to get it melted.
season with additional salt and pepper to taste.