Best Double Cheese Cauliflower Soup Recipes

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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.

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

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.

DOUBLE CHEESE CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Easily done over the stove top too. With dried beef, and potato flakes, this makes this a very enjoyable bowl of soup.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 bowls, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups cauliflower, pieces
2 cups water
1 (8 ounce) pachage cream cheese, cubed
5 ounces American cheese spread
1/4 lb dried beef, shredded
1/2 cup potato flakes

Steps:

  • Combine cauliflower and water in a large saucepan, bring to a boil.
  • Heat slow cooker on low, add cream cheese and cheese spread.
  • Pour in cauliflower and water, stir to be sure the cheese is dissolved and mixed through the cauliflower.
  • Add`dried beef and potato flakes, and mix well.
  • Cover, and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or over the stovetop until cauliflower is tender and done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.2, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 18.6, Cholesterol 102.4, Sodium 2031.9, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.2, Protein 23.6

CAULIFLOWER-CHEDDAR SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 7 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 small head cauliflower, florets chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 1/2 cups grated white cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dry sherry
Freshly grated nutmeg
Cheese straws, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until they start softening, about 4 minutes. Add the cauliflower, bay leaf, rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the cauliflower starts browning, 5 minutes. Stir in the flour until absorbed, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and milk; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat; simmer until the cauliflower is tender, 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf.
  • Working in batches, transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth (or puree in the pot with an immersion blender). Return the soup to the pot over medium heat. Stir in the cheese until melted; add up to 1 cup water if the soup is too thick.
  • Add the sherry; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with nutmeg and serve with cheese straws.

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.

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