Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Roasted Garlic Cheddar Cauliflower Soup. With the earthy flavor of roasted garlic, the sharpness of cheddar cheese, and the wholesome goodness of cauliflower, this soup is a comforting delight for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 whole head garlic
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion (diced)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil. Toss cauliflower florets in olive oil, place on a baking sheet with the garlic. Roast for 30–35 minutes.
- Prepare the Soup Base: In a pot, sauté onion in butter. Add roasted garlic and cauliflower. Pour in broth, simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend and Add Cheese: Purée the soup, stir in milk, cream, and cheddar cheese. Cook until creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped chives or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute milk for the cream and reduce the cheese.
- This soup freezes well and can be reheated gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
