Hazelnut Free Ginger-Turmeric Mashed Potatoes & Cauliflower
Creamy, golden, and fragrant with warm spice, this mashed potato and cauliflower dish is the kind of comfort food that feels a little special without requiring much effort. The cauliflower is steamed while the potatoes boil, then everything gets mashed together into a silky, cohesive blend that's lighter than a classic all-potato mash but just as satisfying. What really sets it apart is the ginger-turmeric butter — bloomed briefly in a pan so the spices open up and turn the whole dish a gorgeous, sunny yellow. Warm milk and unsalted butter bring it all together into something genuinely creamy and rich. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this recipe is naturally free of concern — every ingredient is straightforward, with no sauces, pastes, or finishing oils that could introduce hidden allergens. A scatter of fresh chives on top adds a pop of color and a mild oniony note that balances the earthiness of the turmeric beautifully. It works as a weeknight side or a showstopper on a holiday table.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 lb), cut into florets
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup low-fat milk, warmed
- ¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer. Set a steamer basket over a separate pot of simmering water and add the cauliflower florets. Cook the potatoes and cauliflower simultaneously until both are completely tender and a fork slides through without resistance, 18–22 minutes for the potatoes and 12–15 minutes for the cauliflower.
- 2
While the vegetables cook, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the grated ginger and ground turmeric and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
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