Cauliflower and Garlic Mash

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

1 tablespoon butter

1 large clove garlic, smashed

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

1 tablespoon cream cheese (optional)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Transfer half the cauliflower to a food processor; cover and blend on high. Add remaining cauliflower florets, one at a time, until vegetables are creamy. Blend in garlic, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper.