CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH CRISPY PROSCIUTTO AND PARMESAN

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Make and share this Cauliflower Soup With Crispy Prosciutto and Parmesan recipe from Food.com.

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Categories     Cauliflower

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts only (4-5 medium leeks)
12 cups cauliflower florets (from 2 large heads, about 2 pounds each)
8 cups chicken stock
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup creme fraiche
kosher salt
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a big soup pot, set over med-high heat.
  • Add in leeks; saute/stirring, until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add in cauliflower florets, chicken stock, and cayenne pepper; bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally; then reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cover pot.
  • Cook until vegetables are very tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree the soup in batches in a food processor, blender, or food mill, and return soup to pot (or use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot).
  • Whisk in 1/2 cup of the cheese and the creme fraiche; taste the soup and season with salt if needed (the soup can be made 2 days ahead; cool, cover, and refrigerate; reheat over medium heat).
  • Cut the prosciutto into julienne strips 3-4 inches long and 1/4 inch wide.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat; when hot, add the prosciutto, saute/stir occasionally, until crisp and browned, for 4-5 minutes.
  • Using slotted spoon, transfer prosciutto to paper towels to drain.
  • To serve--ladle soup into 6 soup bowls; sprinkle each serving with some prosciutto, chopped parsley, and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.8, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 71.8, Sodium 797, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 11.1, Protein 19.9

tahasin.ahammedh TV
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's a great soup to serve for a crowd.


JABED ANSARI
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of cauliflower, prosciutto, and parmesan. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Renee Kilgore
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I wasn't sure about this recipe but I'm so glad I tried it! The soup is creamy and flavorful and the crispy prosciutto is the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Kobita Diary
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are perfect and the crispy prosciutto adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


MD RAJIN
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Delicious! I made this soup for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover cauliflower.


Malo Tialino
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The soup was easy to make and tasted great! I added a little extra garlic and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Fan Man
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the crispy prosciutto and parmesan on top. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Cheryl Costa
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I really enjoyed this soup. The prosciutto and parmesan added a lot of flavor. I would definitely make it again.


maliksabir Malik
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was flavorful and the crispy prosciutto added a nice crunch.


Erick Chenwlah
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The soup was delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The crispy prosciutto and parmesan were the perfect finishing touch.


Tameem Ali
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This cauliflower soup with crispy prosciutto and parmesan was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of the cauliflower complemented by the saltiness of the prosciutto and the nuttiness of the parmesan. The crisp


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