Description
When winter’s chill sets in, indulge in a bowl of creamy loaded cauliflower soup that wraps you in warmth and comfort. This velvety blend of roasted cauliflower, rich cream, and savory cheese is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a heartwarming addition to any gathering. Perfect for cozy evenings, this soup makes memories as delightful as its flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 4 cups florets)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits (or turkey bacon)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets and rinse thoroughly.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the diced onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add cauliflower florets and vegetable broth to the pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (allow to cool slightly if using a stand blender).
- Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream over low heat until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon bits, shredded cheddar cheese, and chives or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg