Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of our Creamy Cheddar Cauliflower & Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe. Perfect for chilly evenings, this delightful soup combines the rich, velvety texture of creamy cauliflower with the robust flavor of roasted garlic and sharp cheddar cheese. It’s an ideal dish for cozy family dinners or casual lunches with friends, offering a nourishing way to enjoy vegetables while satisfying your cravings for comfort food. Easy to make and customizable, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 bulb garlic, roasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for about 30 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add cauliflower florets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Squeeze roasted garlic into the pot. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Return to low heat, stir in milk or cream and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh herbs if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg