Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Introduction
Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup is the perfect comfort food on cold evenings. Its creamy texture and rich flavors will make you fall in love with every spoonful. Besides being sumptuous, this soup is also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your meal.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe brings together the creaminess of cheddar cheese, the richness of roasted garlic, and the subtle sweetness of cauliflower. The beautiful fusion generates a flavor explosion that’s hard to resist. Besides being lip-smacking, this recipe is simple and straightforward to prepare.
How To Make Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup
Ingredients:
– 1 large head of cauliflower, chopped
– 1 whole garlic bulb
– 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
– 1 cup milk
– 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
– Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Directions :
1. Begin by roasting the cauliflower and garlic. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and wrap it in aluminum foil.
2. Place the chopped cauliflower on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper, and toss to coat them evenly.
3. Roast both ingredients for about 25 to 30 minutes or until they’re golden and tender.
4. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion in a bit of oil over medium heat until it turns soft and translucent.
5. After the garlic is roasted, squeeze out the cloves and add them to the pot together with the roasted cauliflower.
6. Add the vegetable broth and allow it to simmer.
7. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup until it’s smooth and creamy.
8. Return the soupy mixture to the pot, add the cheddar cheese and milk, and heat continuously until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy.
9. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh thyme if you wish to.
10. Serve it hot and garnish with chopped chives or parsley.
How to Serve Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup
Serve this soup hot while it’s creamy and garnish with minced chives or parsley. A slice of crusty bread or a sprinkle of extra cheese on top complement it very well.
How to Store Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup
This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, ensure it’s done over a low heat to retain the creaminess.
Tips to Make Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup
You can roast the garlic and cauliflower a day in advance to save prep time. Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice. Just ensure to adjust the cooking times accordingly.
Variation (if any)
If you’d prefer a vegan version of this soup, use plant-based cheese and milk substitutes.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen cauliflower for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen cauliflower. However, remember to adjust the roasting time as frozen cauliflower tends to cook faster.
2. Can I store this soup in the freezer?
Yes, this soup freezes well. Freeze it in an airtight container and it will stay good for up to a month.
3. Can I add other vegetables to this soup?
Yes, you can add other vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or even broccoli. Just remember to adjust the cooking time accordingly.