Name: Creamy Cauliflower Soup: A Comforting and Flavorful Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp butter; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 medium gold potatoes, diced (no need to peel); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried thyme (or fresh/freeze-dried); 1 tsp dried oregano (or fresh/freeze-dried); 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces; 4 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian version); 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded

Description

A creamy, comforting soup made with tender cauliflower, vegetables, and a rich blend of cheddar cheese. This cauliflower soup is both hearty and healthy, with layers of flavor that will warm you up on chilly days.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
1 yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 medium gold potatoes, diced (no need to peel)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried thyme (or fresh/freeze-dried)
1 tsp dried oregano (or fresh/freeze-dried)
1 large head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces
4 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian version)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded

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Instructions

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the garlic, thyme, and oregano. Stir for another minute until fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes and cauliflower to the pot, and pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour evenly over the soup, whisking well to prevent lumps. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flour to thicken the soup.
Gradually pour in the whole milk, stirring constantly. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, until the soup becomes creamy.
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, or transfer in batches to a blender. Be careful as the soup will be hot.
Once blended, return the soup to the pot (if needed), and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
Serve hot and enjoy! Optionally, garnish with extra cheddar cheese or fresh herbs.

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute the butter with additional olive oil and use a lower-fat milk or a dairy-free milk alternative.
If you prefer a chunky texture, only partially blend the soup or use a potato masher.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American