Simple Cheesy Cauliflower Soup: A Comforting Bowl of Joy
A rich and creamy soup that celebrates the goodness of cauliflower with a cheesy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 head cauliflower, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the garlic and chopped cauliflower, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the cauliflower is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy your comforting bowl of soup!
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheats well.
- For added flavor, consider topping with crispy bacon or more cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg