Creamy Cauliflower Parmesan Sauce

Makes: 
4 cups
Utensil: 
Saladmaster Food Processor
3 Qt./2.8 L Sauce Pan with Cover
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Contributed By: 
Cathy Vogt
Certified Health Coach & Natural Foods Chef

Ingredients

Recipe Description: 

Cauliflower is a nutritious substitution for the traditional version of this creamy sauce, made with cream, butter and flour. This sauce is silky smooth, easy to make and pairs well with pasta, grilled vegetables, beef or on top of baked sweet potato.

12
cup
onions, shredded, use Cone #32
(80
g)
2
cloves garlic, shredded, use Cone #2
4
cups
cauliflower, chopped
(428
g)
2
cups
almond milk, unsweetened
(475
ml)
1
cup
vegetable of chicken stock
(240
ml)
14
teaspoon
ground nutmeg
(.5
g)
13
cup
grated parmesan cheese
(33
g)
2
tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
(30
ml)
12
teaspoon
ground pepper
(1
g)
natural salt, to taste
10
ounces
frozen peas (optional)
(283
g)
Directions: 
  1. Preheat sauce pan over medium heat. When several drops of water sprinkled in pan skitter and dissipate, approximately 7 - 9 minutes, add onions and garlic. Sauté for 5 - 6 minutes until softened and lightly browned. Add cauliflower and stir to combine.
  2. Add almond milk, stock and nutmeg, stirring to combine. Cover.
  3. When Vapo-Valve™ begins to click steadily, reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Puree cauliflower with immersion-style blender, or transfer to a blender, until smooth and creamy. Add grated parmesan cheese, olive oil, pepper and salt, to taste. Stir to combine.
  5. Serve sauce warm as is or add in peas and cook for 1 - 2 minutes until heated through.
Tips: 
  • Serve sauce tossed with pasta for an easy entrée.
  • Garnish sauce with an additional sprinkle of grated or shaved parmesan cheese.
Nutritional Information per Serving
Calories: 
608
Total Fat: 
42g
Saturated Fat: 
10g
Cholesterol: 
29mg
Sodium: 
4228mg
Total Carbs: 
38g
Dietary Fiber: 
13g
Sugar: 
16g
Protein: 
25g

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