Description
Roasted Garlic Cheddar Cauliflower Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that marries the sweet, caramelized essence of roasted garlic with the rich sharpness of cheddar cheese and tender cauliflower. Perfect for chilly evenings, this velvety soup wraps you in warmth and satisfaction with every spoonful. Easy to prepare and customize, it quickly becomes a favorite for meal prep or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 bulb garlic, roasted
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic bulb in foil and roast for 30-35 minutes until golden.
- While garlic roasts, chop cauliflower into florets and rinse under cold water.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pot, then add cauliflower florets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg