- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
This creamy cheddar cauliflower and roasted garlic soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. Made with roasted garlic, sharp cheddar, and tender cauliflower, it’s rich, flavorful, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 bulb of garlic, roasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream (for a richer soup)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with a little olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast for about 30-35 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and caramelized.
- Allow to cool slightly, then squeeze out the roasted garlic cloves.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the Cauliflower:
- Add the chopped cauliflower to the pot and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Broth and Garlic:
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the roasted garlic cloves.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
- Blend the Soup:
- Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth.
- If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches.
- Stir in Cheese and Milk:
- Return the puréed soup to the pot over low heat.
- Stir in the milk (or cream) and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
- Enjoy this comforting bowl of goodness!
Notes
For a richer flavor, use cream instead of milk. Adjust the cheddar cheese to your preferred level of cheesiness.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 12g