Description
Cheesy Cauliflower Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that beautifully marries the nutty flavor of roasted cauliflower with rich cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. It’s a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it an ideal meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower (about 4 cups, chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop the cauliflower into small florets, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add cauliflower: Stir in chopped cauliflower along with salt and pepper; cook for another minute.
- Pour in broth: Add vegetable broth to cover vegetables; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Blend until smooth: Use an immersion blender or regular blender in batches to purée until smooth and creamy.
- Make it cheesy: Return blended soup to low heat, stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg