Description
This creamy cheddar cauliflower soup combines tender cauliflower with sharp cheddar cheese for a rich, comforting bowl that’s perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add cauliflower and broth: Stir in cauliflower florets and broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer until cauliflower is tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Blend soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Add cheese and cream: Stir in shredded cheddar and heavy cream until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute cheddar and cream with vegan cheese and plant-based milk. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cheddar cauliflower soup, creamy cauliflower soup, cheesy soup