Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup
A comforting and cheesy soup that's perfect for a cold night. The cauliflower is roasted until tender, then pureed with chicken broth, heavy cream, and cheddar cheese. The result is a smooth and flavorful soup that's sure to please everyone at the table.
Cauliflower and cheddar soup is a classic comfort food dish that's been enjoyed by people of all ages for centuries. The earliest known recipe for cauliflower soup dates back to the 16th century, and it has since become a staple of many cultures around the world. There are many different ways to make cauliflower and cheddar soup, but the basic ingredients are always the same: cauliflower, cheddar cheese, and milk or cream. Some recipes also call for the addition of other vegetables, such as onions, celery, and carrots. The soup is typically made by simmering the cauliflower in milk or cream until it is tender. The cauliflower is then pureed until smooth and the cheddar cheese is added. The soup is then seasoned to taste with salt and pepper. Cauliflower and cheddar soup is a versatile dish that can be served as a starter, main course, or side dish. It can also be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve. If you're looking for a comforting and cheesy soup that's easy to make, cauliflower and cheddar soup is the perfect recipe for you.
Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add cauliflower and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until cauliflower is very tender, about 15 minutes.
  6. Puree soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Why It Works
  • Roasting the cauliflower before pureeing it gives the soup a richer flavor and a smoother texture.
  • Using a combination of milk and cream makes the soup richer and more flavorful.
  • Adding cheddar cheese to the soup gives it a cheesy flavor that's sure to please everyone at the table.