Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe

🥣 Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 medium head of cauliflower, chopped into florets

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 1 carrot, grated

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil

• 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth

• 1 cup milk or heavy cream

• ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) – optional for extra creaminess

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

• Fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
   Wash and chop the cauliflower into small florets. Peel and grate the carrot, then chop the onion finely.

2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   In a large pot, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until fragrant and translucent (about 3–4 minutes).

3. Add the Cauliflower and Carrots:
   Stir in the cauliflower florets and grated carrot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Add Broth:
   Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, until the cauliflower becomes tender.

5. Blend the Soup:
   Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or leave a few chunks for texture). You can also transfer it to a blender in batches.

6. Add Milk and Seasonings:
   Return the soup to low heat. Stir in the milk (or cream), shredded cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer for another 5 minutes until creamy and well-blended.

7. Serve and Garnish:
   Pour into bowls and top with chopped parsley or chives. Serve warm with breadsticks or crusty bread.

🌿 Tip:

For a vegan version, use olive oil instead of butter and coconut milk instead of dairy milk — it’s just as rich and flavorful!