Re: Mashed Cauliflower?
Any toddler who will eat brocolli (and most will eat it happily) will probably eat mashed cauliflower with parmesan cheese.
Mashed cauliflower makes a great appetizer for entertaining! I usually spoon some mashed cauliflower onto bread croutons*, top with a thin slice of mozzarella and sprinkle paprika or laal mirch and broil for less than 5 mins, just until cheese melts. For a desi touch, you could sprinkle the top with roasted zeera and powdered mustard powder (coleman's is great).
*For croutons....slice french or italian bread, rub slices with some cut up garlic and dip very lightly (very very lightly, just a smattering) in olive oil.....and bake on a cookie sheet till slightly golden.
I have no idea if parmesan is halaal. It most probably is. But you could check with the manufacturers.