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CREAMY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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This cauliflower soup recipe is the best! Roasted cauliflower makes it taste amazing, and a little butter (instead of cream) makes it luxuriously creamy. Recipe yields 4 bowls of soup.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Soup

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into bite-size florets
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Fine sea salt
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
4 cups (32 ounces) vegetable broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or more if needed
Scant 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For garnish: 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, chives and/or green onions

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. If desired, line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • On the baking sheet, toss the cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until lightly and evenly coated in oil. Arrange the cauliflower in a single layer and sprinkle lightly with salt. Bake until the cauliflower is tender and caramelized on the edges, 25 to 35 minutes, tossing halfway.
  • Once the cauliflower is almost done, in a Dutch oven or soup pot, warm the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and turning translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then add the broth.
  • Reserve 4 of the prettiest roasted cauliflower florets for garnish. Then transfer the remaining cauliflower to the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes, to give the flavors time to meld.
  • Once the soup is done cooking, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, carefully transfer the hot soup to a blender, working in batches if necessary. (Do not fill past the maximum fill line or the soup could overflow!)
  • Add the butter and blend until smooth. Add the lemon juice and nutmeg and blend again. Add additional salt, to taste (I usually add another 1/4 to 3/4 teaspoon, depending on the broth). This soup tastes amazing once it's properly salted! You can also a little more lemon juice, if it needs more zing. Blend again.
  • Top individual bowls of soup with 1 roasted cauliflower floret and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, green onion and/or chives. This soup keeps well in the refrigerator, covered, for about four days, or for several months in the freezer.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl (recipe based on total of 3/4 teaspoon salt and regular-not low-sodium-vegetable broth), Calories 227 calories, Sugar 7.7 g, Sodium 1043.7 mg, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 5 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 thin slices bacon, cut into small bits
1 white onion, finely diced
1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets
1/2 teaspoon Cajun spice, or more to taste
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 cups (2 quarts) low-sodium chicken broth
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup half-and-half
3 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese, plus more for serving
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot, fry the bacon pieces over medium-high heat until crisp. Drain the bacon on a paper towel and set aside. Pour off the grease and return the pot to the stove.
  • Add the onions to the pot and cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cauliflower, sprinkle with the Cajun spice and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and cook, stirring, until the cauliflower starts turning golden brown, another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture slightly, or all the way if you prefer. (Or use a regular blender; just don't fill too full.)
  • In a separate saucepan or skillet, melt the butter. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk to form a paste. Pour in the milk, then continue cooking until it thickens. Remove from the heat and stir in the half-and-half.
  • Pour the white sauce into the soup. Turn the heat to medium high and bring back to a boil for 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, stirring in the cheese and sour cream until the cheese is fully melted. Stir in the parsley.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve with a little extra cheese, a sprinkle of bacon and a sprinkle of parsley.

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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When a chill is in the air, I like to make soups for the family. Cheese adds flavor and heartiness to this one, which is my own recipe. -Ruth Worden, Mossena, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups 2% milk
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup mashed potato flakes
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cauliflower, broth and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Mash cauliflower. , Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the cream, milk, carrot, bay leaves and garlic powder. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Stir in potato flakes., Cook 30 minutes longer or until thickened. Discard bay leaves. Cool slightly. , In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return to the slow cooker; stir in cheese. Cook until soup is heated through and cheese is melted. Garnish with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CAULIFLOWER-CHEESE SOUP



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A soothing cheesy soup. Serve with a roll and a salad.

Provided by Jane Snider

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup water
1 cup cauliflower, chopped
1 cup cubed potatoes
½ cup finely chopped celery
½ cup diced carrots
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
salt and pepper to taste
4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine water, cauliflower, potatoes, celery, carrots, and onion. Boil for 5 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in separate saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and gradually stir in milk. Return to heat, and cook until thickened. Stir in vegetables with cooking liquid, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in cheese until melted, and remove from heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 367.6 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Every other cauliflower soup recipe I tried lacked flavor, but this cheesy recipe packs a tasty punch! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. -Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/4 cup chopped celery
2-1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 1 vegetable bouillon cube
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the cauliflower, carrot, celery, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender (do not drain)., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in the cheese until melted, adding hot pepper sauce if desired. Stir into the cauliflower mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CAULIFLOWER CHEDDAR SOUP



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When I created this cauliflower cheddar soup at the last minute for an impromptu ice skating get-together, it was a hit. -Rosa Renee McEldowney, Jackson, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 chicken bouillon cube
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon each cayenne pepper, curry powder and white pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine cauliflower, onion, broth and bouillon. Cover and cook over medium heat until vegetables are tender., Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add seasonings. Pour into cauliflower mixture. Simmer slowly for 30 minutes (do not boil). If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 907mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SIMPLE CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Simple, quick, and delicious cheesy cauliflower soup. Great comfort food that fills you up and warms you from the inside out! Serve with some warm, crusty bread on the side and you're set.

Provided by annyf_82

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon salted butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken broth
1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
1 (16 ounce) package aged Cheddar cheese
5 cups milk
½ cup all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and fry until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and cauliflower; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat slightly and boil gently until cauliflower is tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, grate Cheddar cheese. Whisk milk and flour together in a bowl.
  • When cauliflower is tender, slowly add milk-flour mixture, stirring until combined. Simmer until soup has thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in grated Cheddar until melted and blended together. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 974.4 mg, Sugar 10 g

CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 stick butter
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 carrot, finely diced
1 celery stalk, finely diced
1 cauliflower head, cored and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth or stock
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup half-and-half
1 to 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
Ground black pepper
1 heaping cup sour cream, at room temperature
Warm rolls or crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt 1/2stick of the butter in a heavy pot over medium heat. Then add the onions and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the carrots and celery, and then stir and cook for a couple more minutes. Throw in the cauliflower. Then stir it around, cover and cook over very low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Add the parsley, and then add the chicken broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meantime, make a simple white sauce: Melt the remaining 1/2stick butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Then whisk in the flour. Cook for a couple of minutes, and then pour in the milk, whisking to combine. Remove the white sauce from the heat and pour in the half-and-half. Then pour this creamy mixture into the pot. Add 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste, and allow the soup to simmer for another 20 to 30 minutes. The soup will thicken slightly but shouldn't be overly thick. Give it a taste and add more salt if needed.
  • Now, this is the fun part: To serve the soup, place the room temperature sour cream in the bottom of a soup tureen (a very large serving bowl). Then add the whole pot of hot soup to the tureen.
  • Stir gently to combine, and then serve immediately with warm rolls and an appetite for something wonderful.
  • You will love everything about this.

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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A satisfying fall and winter cauliflower soup! Creamy, cheesy, and delicious!

Provided by CindiU

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons salted butter
1 large onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
8 cups chicken broth
1 large head cauliflower, cored and cut into small florets
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 cups 2% milk
½ cup half-and-half
¼ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic; saute until soft, about 3 minutes. Add potatoes and parsley, then pour in chicken broth. Add cauliflower and thyme; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cauliflower and potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the stove and let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Process 2 cups soup at a time in a food processor until smooth; return to the pot. Add milk, half-and-half, and cream; whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add Cheddar cheese and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and soup is hot, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 57.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1417.1 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

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