Best 8 Cauliflower Soup Taste Of Home Recipes

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Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Cauliflower soup is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this vegetable. It is a great appetizer or light meal, and it can also be served as a side dish. There are many different variations of cauliflower soup, so you can find one that suits your taste. Some common ingredients in cauliflower soup include cauliflower, onion, garlic, broth, and milk or cream. Other ingredients that can be added to cauliflower soup include cheese, herbs, and spices. Cauliflower soup is a quick and easy dish to make, and it is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

WINNING CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Meet the Cook: Generally, my husband isn't a soup fan - but his spoon's poised and ready for this version. I adapted this rich and creamy concoction from a recipe I tasted at a local restaurant...and it's since become a popular item on my "menu". -Carol Reaves, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, grated
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup plus 6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 medium head cauliflower, chopped
5 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup sour cream
Fresh tarragon, optional

Steps:

  • In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, saute the onions, carrots, celery and garlic in 1/4 cup butter until tender. Add cauliflower, broth, parsley, salt and pepper, basil and tarragon. Cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender, 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt the remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in the milk and whipping cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Add to cauliflower mixture. Cook until thickened, stirring frequently, 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream. Garnish with tarragon if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1083mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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When a chill is in the air, I like to make soups for the family. Cheese adds flavor and heartiness to this one, which is my own recipe. -Ruth Worden, Mossena, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups 2% milk
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup mashed potato flakes
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cauliflower, broth and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Mash cauliflower. , Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the cream, milk, carrot, bay leaves and garlic powder. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Stir in potato flakes., Cook 30 minutes longer or until thickened. Discard bay leaves. Cool slightly. , In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return to the slow cooker; stir in cheese. Cook until soup is heated through and cheese is melted. Garnish with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SIMPLE CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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A nice and simple healthy soup. First the cauliflower is sauteed in butter with potatoes and onions, and then simmered in vegetable stock.

Provided by ANYTHINGISPOSSIBLE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets
1 potato, peeled and diced
2 cups vegetable stock
2 cups milk
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Saute the onion in the butter for 5 minutes. Stir in the cauliflower and potato and saute for 5 more minutes.
  • Pour in the stock, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender. Add the milk, stirring well to blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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This mildly cheesy cauliflower soup is a favorite of mine. I make it often in summer, although it's good anytime. -Karen Brown, West Lafayette, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions (tops only)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
2-1/4 cups frozen cauliflower, thawed and chopped
2 cups 1% milk
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons dry sherry, optional
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. , Add cauliflower; simmer for 2 minutes. Add the milk and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in sherry if desired. Garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 792mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Creamy soups can be soul-warming and so very satisfying. I received this recipe from a friend, and over the years I have served it many times and for many occasions. It makes a lot, so you'll have dinners all week. Or ladle it into a thermos for on-the-go dinners or lunches. - Doris Watt Davis, Hellertown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups chicken broth
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 large head cauliflower (2 pounds), broken into florets
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the broth, celery, onion and carrot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add cauliflower; cover and simmer 15-20 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , In a blender or food processor, process vegetable mixture in batches until smooth; return to pan. Stir in the cream, parsley, salt, dill, pepper and white sauce; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 874mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Every other cauliflower soup recipe I tried lacked flavor, but this cheesy recipe packs a tasty punch! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. -Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/4 cup chopped celery
2-1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 1 vegetable bouillon cube
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the cauliflower, carrot, celery, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender (do not drain)., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in the cheese until melted, adding hot pepper sauce if desired. Stir into the cauliflower mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHEDDAR CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Cauliflower is often last on the list of vegetables my family will eat, but they adore this creamy, savory soup with tender leeks and shredded cheddar cheese. If you puree the soup in a blender, be sure to work in batches leave some space between the lid and the jar for steam to escape. -Kristin Rimkus, Snohomish, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced leeks (white portion only)
1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth
1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Additional shredded sharp cheddar cheese and minced fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add leeks; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in cauliflower, thyme, garlic and Worcestershire sauce. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are very tender., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or, cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender; return to pan. Add evaporated milk and cheese; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle each serving with additional cheese and thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 643mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAULIFLOWER SOUP - TASTE OF HOME RECIPE



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Provided by MAWORLEY

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 1/2 cups water
2 t chicken bouillon
3 T butter
3 T all purpose flour
3/4 t salt
1/8 t pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large, combine the cauliflower, carrot, celery, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer of 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender (do not drain). In another large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cool and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. reduce heat. Stir in the cheese until melted. Stir into the cauliflower mixture

Tips for Making the Best Cauliflower Soup:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is compact and has tightly packed florets. Avoid heads with brown spots or bruises.
  • Roast the cauliflower before pureeing it: Roasting the cauliflower brings out its natural sweetness and nutty flavor. You can roast the cauliflower in the oven or on a grill.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water. If you're using water, be sure to add some salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: Feel free to add your favorite seasonings to the soup. Some popular options include garlic, onion, celery, salt, and pepper. You can also add herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, or sage.
  • Puree the soup until it's smooth: Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup until it's smooth. If you're using a regular blender, be sure to work in batches.
  • Garnish the soup before serving: Before serving, garnish the soup with a sprinkle of chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, or croutons.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower soup is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. If you're looking for a new soup recipe to try, be sure to give cauliflower soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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