Description
Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup is a heartwarming dish that envelops you in creamy goodness with every spoonful. This delightful soup combines the rich, roasted flavors of garlic with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a cozy experience perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings. With its velvety texture and easy preparation, this soup is not only satisfying but also a visually appealing addition to any table. Enjoy it alongside crusty bread for a complete comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- While the garlic roasts, chop cauliflower into florets. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté cauliflower in olive oil for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add vegetable broth to the pot and simmer for about 10 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the pot. Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Return the blended soup to low heat and stir in cheddar cheese and heavy cream until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg