Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup

Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that belongs to the Brassica family, which also includes broccoli, cabbage, and kale.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: American, British Courses: Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Cauliflower
• 200 gram Cheddar cheese
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
2. Add the cauliflower florets and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the cauliflower is tender.
3. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, and cook until thickened.
4. Add the cheddar cheese to the roux mixture, stirring until melted and smooth.
5. Pour the cheese mixture into the pot with the cauliflower. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.