Cauliflower Soup
This Cauliflower Soup is the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for chilly days. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a creamy, cheesy delight that warms the soul. Packed with tender cauliflower and carrots, this soup is not only delicious but also a sneaky way to incorporate veggies into your meals. Its rich flavor and velvety texture make it a family favorite for both lunch and dinner. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your spice preferences!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 1 medium carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 2-1/2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 1 vegetable bouillon cube
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, combine cauliflower, carrot, celery, water, and bouillon. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil and thicken.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Combine the cheese sauce with the vegetable mixture in the Dutch oven.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like croutons or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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