Description
Cheddar Cauliflower and Roasted Garlic Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and creamy soup combines the sweetness of roasted garlic with the sharpness of cheddar cheese, creating a deliciously satisfying dish that warms you from the inside out. With wholesome ingredients like fresh cauliflower and garlic, this soup is not only hearty but also nourishing. Best of all, it can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with family and friends. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 2 heads of garlic
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the tops off the garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped cauliflower and diced onions for about 5 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth and salt; bring to a boil then simmer for 15 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the pot, then blend until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted, followed by heavy cream. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg