How to Make Cheesy Cauliflower Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of soup on a chilly day, and this Cheesy Cauliflower Soup is the perfect option for a cozy meal. Made with simple ingredients and loaded with flavor, this soup is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet while still indulging in a rich and creamy dish.

This recipe takes the humble cauliflower and transforms it into a satisfying and delicious soup that will please even the pickiest of eaters. The addition of cheese add...

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 large head cauliflower, cored and cut into small florets
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic; saute until soft, about 3 minutes. Add potatoes and parsley, then pour in chicken broth. Add cauliflower and thyme; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cauliflower and potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the stove and let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Process 2 cups soup at a time in a food processor until smooth; return to the pot. Add milk, half-and-half, and cream; whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add Cheddar cheese and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and soup is hot, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Nutrition

    319 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 1417mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 69mg
    • Calcium: 296mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 864mg