CHEESY CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO SOUP

Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Soup image

"This soup is a variation of one I tried at a restaurant. Even people who hate cauliflower love it!" -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower
1 cup frozen sliced carrots
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2-1/4 cups water, divided
2 cups 2% milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the vegetables, onion, bouillon and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in the milk, soup, garlic powder and nutmeg. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.