Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed Cauliflower

Ingredients

  • 1 large head Cauliflower (6 cups florets, remove big stems)
  • 2 tbsp Butter, chunked
  • 2 tbsp Cream cheese, chunked
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 3/4 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
  • Chives (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the cauliflower florets into a silicone steamer with 1/2 cup water.
  2. Microwave for 10 to 15 minutes, until soft and mushy. Drain and pat dry.
  3. Place the cauliflower in a food processor with all other ingredients except chives.
  4. Puree for a couple of minutes, until smooth.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with chives and melted butter.

Spinach Parmesan Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Spinach Parmesan Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Spinach Parmesan Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tesapoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board, cut a pocket into each one, and drizzle with oil.
  3. Add the paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to a small bowl and stir to combine. Sprinkle paprika mixture on both sides of chicken breasts.
  4. Add cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper flakes and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt to a small bowl; stir to combine.
  5. Spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast evenly; close with toothpicks if desired.
  6. Place the chicken breasts in a large baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.