Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, flavorful goodness of this Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup. Perfect for a cozy night in or a gathering with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cauliflower Soup:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Soup Base:
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Chopped chives or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Slice the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes.
- Roast the Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower with olive oil, roast on a baking sheet for 25–30 minutes.
- Prepare the Soup Base: Sauté onion and celery, add roasted cauliflower, squeeze in roasted garlic, pour in broth, season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Purée the Soup: Blend until smooth, stir in cream and cheddar until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Garnish with chives or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with smoked paprika or white wine.
- Stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
