How to Make Cream of Cauliflower and Stilton Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the cold winter months roll around, there's nothing quite as comforting as a warm bowl of creamy soup. And one of the most luscious and decadent options out there is Cream of Cauliflower and Stilton Soup. This rich and velvety soup is the perfect way to warm up and indulge on a chilly day. The combination of cauliflower and stilton cheese creates a luxurious texture and depth of flavor that will make this soup a new winter favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 leek, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 baking potato, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 3 ounces Stilton cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6

  • Separate 3/4 cup of cauliflower florets and place them in a pan of boiling water. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes, then rinse under cold water and set aside for garnish.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add celery, leek, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, remaining cauliflower, potato, and sherry. Bring to a boil; simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until potatoes and cauliflower are tender. Remove from heat.
  • Purée cauliflower mixture in batches using a food processor or blender; transfer to a soup pot over medium-low heat. Season with white pepper, black pepper, and salt. Stir in milk and cream, then crumble in Stilton cheese. Heat through, but do not boil.
  • Ladle into bowls, and garnish with reserved cauliflower pieces and chopped fresh parsley.
  • Nutrition

    238 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 1031mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 59mg
    • Calcium: 166mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 655mg