SMOOTH CAULIFLOWER SOUP

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A great creamy-smooth soup for cold winter nights. The thickness of the soup is determined by the proportions of cauliflower to water. Because different sizes of cauliflower are out there, add water if soup comes out too thick.

Provided by Yael Nissan

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

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, crushed
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons salt
6 cups water
1 head cauliflower, chopped
1 large carrot, cubed
⅓ cup chopped green onion
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Cook garlic in butter 30 seconds, then stir in nutmeg, pepper and salt and cook 30 seconds more. Pour in the water and introduce the cauliflower. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, until cauliflower is tender.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook carrot with water to cover until just tender. Drain and reserve.
  • Puree cauliflower soup in a blender or food processor or with an immersion blender. Stir in reserved carrots, green onion and parsley. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 616.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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