Best 4 Traditional Scottish Cauliflower And Bacon Soup Recipes
If you're seeking a warm and savory bowl of comfort, look no further than traditional Scottish cauliflower and bacon soup. This hearty, flavorful soup features tender cauliflower florets, smoky bacon, and a rich, creamy broth. Its origins can be traced back to medieval times, where it was often served as a staple dish in many Scottish households. With a combination of simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can recreate this classic Scottish dish in your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this guide will take you through the process of crafting an authentic and delicious Scottish cauliflower and bacon soup that will surely satisfy your taste buds.
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CAULIFLOWER AND BACON SOUP
This nourishing, hearty and creamy cauliflower and bacon soup is comfort in a bowl. Made with everyday ingredients and ready in less than an hour, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner. Top your soup off with some crispy bacon bits, cracked pepper and some crusty croutons. You'll want this cauliflower soup with bacon on repeat this winter.
Provided by Cassie Heilbron
Categories Soups
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat large pot or dutch oven on medium heat, then add bacon to the pan and cook for a few minutes, stirring regularly, until bacon is crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Leave the bacon grease in the pot.
- Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is soft and translucent.
- Add potato, cauliflower and stock to the pot. Cover pot partially, bring to boil then turn down to simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are cooked.
- Add 3/4 of the bacon bits to the pot (reserving the rest for serving). Puree the soup using either a stick blender or food processor and process until smooth.
- Return soup to pot and place on medium heat. If the soup is too thick, add some more stock. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until soup is heated through.
- Remove from heat, season the soup to taste salt and mix cream through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining bacon bits, some sprinkled black pepper, shredded cheese and crusty bread, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 31 milligrams cholesterol, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Sodium 207 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar
CREAMY CAULIFLOWER AND BACON SOUP
"This is such a rich dish, you don't need to serve a lot with it. For a simple garnish instead of the bacon, I add a drop of hot sauce to the top and drag a butter knife through it." Mildred Caruso - Brighton, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cauliflower in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly., Place cauliflower and 1/2 cup cream in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. Transfer to a large saucepan., Stir in the cheese, salt, nutmeg, pepper and remaining cream. Add enough water to reach desired consistency; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
CAULIFLOWER AND BACON SOUP
A delicious creamy soup, absolutely divine served with fresh, crusty bread. I got this recipe from a food magazine, not sure which one though!
Provided by Dee-licious
Categories Cauliflower
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot, add leek and bacon, cook stirring until soft. Add cauliflower, cook, stirring 2 minutes.
- Stir in water and crunbled stock cubes. Simmer covered about 15 minutes or until soft.
- Blend cauliflower until smooth using either a stick mixer or a food processor.
- Return to pan, stir in cream.
- Heat extra butter in a pan, add extra bacon, cook, stirring until crisp, drain on paper.
- Serve soup in bowls sprinkled with extra bacon and chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.8, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 45, Sodium 580.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.3
BACON CAULIFLOWER SAUTé
Cauliflower sautéed with bacon, wine and Swanson® Chicken Broth for the perfect side dish.
Provided by Elizabeth
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place diced bacon in cold saute pan; turn on heat to medium-high. Cook bacon until fat is rendered and bacon is crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon from pan; drain on paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Saute cauliflower until it begins to brown, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in wine, Swanson® Chicken Broth, and thyme; bring mixture to a boil. Reduce the temperature to medium and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower begins to soften and liquid has almost completely evaporated, about 12 minutes.
- Stir in the reserved bacon and adjust seasoning to taste. Serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 820.9 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the right type of cauliflower: A firm, white cauliflower is best for soup. Avoid cauliflower that is starting to turn yellow or brown.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets: This will help the cauliflower cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the cauliflower: Overcooked cauliflower will become mushy. Cook it just until it is tender.
- Use a good quality stock: The stock is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality stock. You can use chicken stock, vegetable stock, or beef stock.
- Add some bacon: Bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor to the soup. You can use regular bacon or pancetta.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as thyme and parsley, add a lot of flavor to the soup. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use only about half the amount.
- Season the soup to taste: Be sure to taste the soup before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Conclusion:
This traditional Scottish cauliflower and bacon soup is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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