Best 7 Cream Of Cauliflower Soup Ii Recipes

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Cream of cauliflower soup is a delectable and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a hearty dinner. This creamy and flavorful soup is made with fresh cauliflower, broth, and a variety of aromatic herbs and spices. The addition of heavy cream adds a rich and decadent texture, while a touch of Parmesan cheese provides a savory finish. Whether served hot or cold, cream of cauliflower soup is a delightful and comforting dish that is sure to please even the most discerning palate.

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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.

CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Make a quick and warming cream of cauliflower soup using this easy, wholesome recipe for a vegetable-rich dish.

Provided by Molly Watson

Categories     Side Dish     Lunch     Soup

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (fine, plus more to taste)
2 cloves garlic
1 head cauliflower
4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth )
1/2 teaspoon pepper (white, freshly ground)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated)
1 cup cream (heavy)
Optional: 2 tablespoons parsley or chives (finely chopped)

Steps:

  • Peel and roughly chop the onion. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally and adjusting the heat so the onions are cooking but not browning, until the onions look starchy and a bit creamy, about 5 minutes.
  • While the onions cook, peel and chop the garlic. Add the garlic to the pot and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Meanwhile, roughly chop the cauliflower or simply pull it apart into florets. Many people will be tempted to discard the solid white core, but it has plenty of flavor, so chop it up and add it in with the florets. Add the cauliflower to the pot, stir to combine, cover and cook 3 minutes.
  • Add the broth, bring to a boil, and reduce the heat to maintain a steady simmer. Cook until the cauliflower is very tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Purée the soup with a hand-held immersion blender. Or whirl in a blender or food processor until smooth (place a kitchen towel over the blender to prevent potential burns); depending on how big your blender is, you may need to work in batches. However you puree the soup, whirl it for a bit longer than you think necessary to achieve the smoothest possible soup.
  • Stir in the pepper and nutmeg. Taste and add more salt, pepper, and/or nutmeg to your liking. (Note: At this point the soup may be cooled, covered, and frozen for up to four months.)
  • Stir in the cream and cook over medium-low heat until the soup is nice and hot. Serve the soup hot, with a sprinkle of parsley or chives as a garnish, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1272 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 28 g, ServingSize 4 main course soups (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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.

CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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This soup is creamy in texture and buttery in flavor,and it looks beautiful if you garnish the soup with homemade croutons and chives.

Provided by evelinagrossberg

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped leeks, white portion only
1 -2 head cauliflower, outer leaves andstalks removed and florets separated into 1-inch pieces
3 cups unsalted chicken stock or 3 cups vegetable stock
3 cups heavy cream
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon finely ground toasted coriander seed
salt
fresh ground white pepper, to taste
1/4 cup snipped fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the leeks and sauté, stirring constantly, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add the stock, cream, bay leaf and coriander, bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is very tender, about 45 minutes. Remove the bay leaf.
  • Using a stick blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until it is very smooth and creamy. Alternatively puree in blender in batches. Season with salt and white pepper. Keep the soup warm over low heat until ready to serve.
  • Ladle the soup into warmed individual bowls and garnish with a pinch of chives. Serve immediately.
  • For Vegetarian option use Vegetable Broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.3, Fat 37.1, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 87.1, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 5.4

CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP II



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I make lots of cream soups and this is a good 'basic' recipe. I originally made this in 1990 and always make some modifications - we like lots of garlic as reflected in this recipe!! I also add or substitute other vegetables, i.e., broccoli and spinach. I also use potatoes for thickening rather than cream to keep the fat down.

Provided by Vivien

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

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 carrots, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 head cauliflower, chopped
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in onion and garlic and cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes and carrots and cook 5 minutes more. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in cauliflower, cover, reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, 10 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Puree in batches in a blender or food processor, or in the pot using an immersion blender. Return to low heat and stir in milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg and sherry. Heat through. Serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 476.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Pureed cauliflower florets and low-sodium chicken broth serve as the base for this creamy soup recipe, while roasted cauliflower leaves are used as a garnish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
Kosher salt and ground pepper
8 small cauliflower leaves (or 2 large leaves, coarsely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium pot, combine chicken broth and cauliflower; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until cauliflower is very tender, about 20 minutes. Working in batches, puree cauliflower until smooth (thin it with broth, if necessary).
  • Meanwhile, on a small baking sheet toss cauliflower leaves with oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast until brown and tender, about 10 minutes. Serve as garnish on soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 435 g

EASY CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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Warm, comfort food, can be started on the stove then left in a crock pot. Great for winter pot lucks. Serve with bread or Crown Pilot crackers.

Provided by Jessica Costello

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 1 pot

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cauliflower florets
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 small yellow onion, minced
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken stock (can use vegetable if preferred)
1 cup milk (or half & half or cream, whatever works for you)
3 ounces cream cheese with garlic and herbs

Steps:

  • In large pot melt butter.
  • Saute onion until tender on medium heat.
  • Add cauliflower florets. Saute califlower and onion for about 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle flour over butter and veggie mixture.
  • Saute for 1 minute.
  • Add stock.
  • Stir until combined.
  • Cover and cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes or until cauliflower is tender.
  • Add milk and cream cheese.
  • Stir for about 10 minutes until combined and thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 928.1, Fat 62.2, SaturatedFat 36.6, Cholesterol 170.7, Sodium 1343, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 18.8, Protein 31.2

Tips:

  • Choosing the right cauliflower: Select a cauliflower with a firm, compact head and no blemishes. Avoid heads with yellowing or brown spots, as these may indicate age or spoilage.
  • Roasting the cauliflower: Roasting the cauliflower before adding it to the soup enhances its flavor and adds a slightly caramelized note. Roast the cauliflower florets at a high temperature (425°F) for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Using vegetable broth: Vegetable broth adds flavor and depth to the soup. Use a good-quality broth made with fresh vegetables and herbs. You can also use homemade vegetable broth if you have it.
  • Adding spices and herbs: Spices and herbs can enhance the flavor of the soup. Common spices used in cauliflower soup include cumin, coriander, and paprika. Fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary, and parsley can also be added for extra flavor.
  • Adjusting the consistency: The consistency of the soup can be adjusted by adding more or less vegetable broth. For a thicker soup, use less broth. For a thinner soup, use more broth.
  • Garnishing the soup: Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, croutons, or a drizzle of olive oil before serving. This adds a touch of color and flavor to the soup.

Conclusion:

Cream of cauliflower soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a starter or main course. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The tips and tricks provided in this article will help you make the best cream of cauliflower soup. Experiment with different flavors and ingredients to create a soup that suits your taste preferences. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and numerous health benefits, cream of cauliflower soup is a dish that deserves a place in every home cook's repertoire. So next time you're looking for a comforting and nutritious meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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