Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a creamy Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup. This velvety soup combines the nutty taste of roasted cauliflower with the mellow sweetness of garlic, all brought together with sharp cheddar cheese for a satisfying bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
Roasted Garlic:
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Soup Base:
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Chopped chives or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread cauliflower florets and garlic on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 30–35 minutes.
- Sauté Onion: In a pot, sauté diced onion in butter until translucent.
- Blend: Add roasted cauliflower and garlic to the pot, pour in broth, simmer, then blend until smooth.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in milk, cheddar, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until cheese is melted and soup is creamy.
- Serve: Garnish with chives or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer soup, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a touch of heat.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
