Ingredients

5 pounds cauliflower, broken into very small florets

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

2 cups heavy cream

Freshly grated nutmeg

Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper

Preparation

Melt butter in a large, wide saucepan over medium-low heat. Add cauliflower and cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Add cream, 1/4 cup water, and season with freshly grated nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer; cover and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 10 minutes.

Working in batches, transfer cauliflower mixture to the jar of a blender or bowl of a food processor; blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.