Step 1

Add cauliflower florets to a medium or large saucepan and add enough water to cover the cauliflower. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water, put over high heat, and bring to a boil. Cook the cauliflower until it's tender and easy to pierce with a fork, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

Once the cauliflower is done, drain the water and add the cauliflower back to the pan. Use an immersion blender to blend the cauliflower until it's smooth like mashed potatoes. If you don't have an immersion blender, place the cauliflower in a blender or food processor and blend until it reaches your desired consistency, and then place back into the saucepan.

Step 3

Add butter, salt, and pepper and stir until the butter melts. Serve with extra butter and cracked black pepper on top.