Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
Description
Perfect for lunch or dinner during the colder months, this creamy cauliflower soup is extra cheesy thanks to Cheddar cheese that's stirred in just before serving.
Ingredients
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4 tablespoons salted butter
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1 large onion, diced
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2 stalks celery, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
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3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
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8 cups chicken broth
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1 large head cauliflower, cored and cut into small florets
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
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2 cups 2% milk
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1/2 cup half-and-half
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic; saute until soft, about 3 minutes. Add potatoes and parsley, then pour in chicken broth. Add cauliflower and thyme; bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cauliflower and potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the stove and let cool for 15 minutes.
3
Process 2 cups soup at a time in a food processor until smooth; return to the pot. Add milk, half-and-half, and cream; whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add Cheddar cheese and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and soup is hot, about 5 minutes longer.