Description
Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days. This creamy, velvety soup combines the nutty richness of fresh cauliflower with the sweet, caramelized flavor of roasted garlic, all enveloped in sharp cheddar cheese. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night at home, this soup can be served as a hearty starter or main dish. With minimal prep and cooking time, it’s easy to whip up this satisfying bowl of warmth. Let every spoonful wrap you in delightful flavors that linger long after the last drop.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 1 head of garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped cauliflower and vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender, add roasted garlic, and blend until smooth.
- Return the blended soup to the pot on low heat. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Adjust consistency with milk or cream, seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg