Creamy Garlic Cauliflower Sauce

medium to large size head cauliflower (washed and cut into small florets)

water

garlic (use 8 if your garlic cloves are small or closer to 5 if they’re quite large)

olive oil (butter, or Earth Balance)

kosher or sea salt plus a pinch (separated)

freshly ground black pepper

Additional water (milk, or vegetable stock, if needed)