CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH HAZELNUTS AND BACON
Creamy puréed soups always benefit from having crunchy things sprinkled on top.
Categories Bon Appétit Soup/Stew Winter Cauliflower Bacon Hazelnut Milk/Cream Fennel White Wine New Year's Eve
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast hazelnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
- While the nuts are cooling, increase oven to 400°F. Toss cauliflower and 2 Tbsp. oil on another baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing once, until florets are browned all over and tender, 30-35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut bacon crosswise into 1/2" pieces. Heat a heavy pot over medium and cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to paper towels.
- Cook fennel, onion, and garlic in drippings in pot, stirring occasionally, until onion and fennel are very soft, 8-10 minutes. Add wine and cook until mostly evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add roasted cauliflower, broth, cream, and bay leaves; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until cauliflower is very tender, 20-25 minutes. Pluck out bay leaves; discard. Let mixture cool slightly.
- Working in batches, purée cauliflower mixture until very smooth. Strain back into pot; season with salt and pepper.
- Just before serving, ladle soup into bowls; top with bacon and nuts and drizzle with oil.
- Do Ahead
- Soup can be made 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill soup and bacon separately.
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Apu Apu
apu-a26@hotmail.comThis soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.
Hai praba
praba_hai53@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but this soup was surprisingly delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.
Gul Dost
d.gul13@aol.comThis soup is a must-try for cauliflower lovers! It's creamy, flavorful, and packed with healthy ingredients.
piah pipes
p_pipes77@yahoo.comI'll definitely be making this soup again. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.
olajuwon ajayi
o_ajayi@yahoo.comOverall, I enjoyed this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover cauliflower and it's a healthy and filling meal.
Ronghin Anik
ra@gmail.comThe soup was good, but I think it could have been better if I had used fresh cauliflower instead of frozen.
Hs emon Khan
h@hotmail.frThe soup was watery and lacked flavor. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Akintayo Miracle
miracle.akintayo@gmail.comI found the soup to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more seasoning.
Ogboo Oluchukwu Martins
o@hotmail.co.ukThe soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of salt next time.
Rakib Suchona
r-s@gmail.comI made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even those who claimed they didn't like cauliflower.
Garang Corona
g.corona@hotmail.frThis soup is a great way to sneak in some extra veggies for the kids. They'll never guess that they're eating cauliflower!
Charlie molitor
charlie-m@hotmail.comThe smoky flavor from the bacon really takes this soup to the next level. Highly recommend using good quality bacon for the best results.
NSP NAZRUL
nazrul@gmail.comI love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily customize it to your liking by adding different herbs, spices, or vegetables.
Abdul Ghafar
ghafar@hotmail.co.ukI'm always looking for new and exciting cauliflower recipes, and this one fits the bill. Can't wait to try it!
Mayreen Peter
m.peter81@aol.comThe soup was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the rich flavor and creamy texture. Definitely a keeper recipe.
Kelechi Igwegbe
k0@gmail.comNot a fan of cauliflower but decided to give this recipe a shot. To my surprise, I really enjoyed it! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the hazelnuts added a nice textural contrast.
Jauharah Shamirah
shamirah-jauharah@yahoo.comCauliflower soup with hazelnuts and bacon, what a unique combo! Intriguing recipe, will try it soon.
Makayla Brown
makayla41@hotmail.co.ukEasy to make and absolutely delicious! The smokiness from the bacon pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of the hazelnuts. Will definitely make this again.
Anwar Awan
a-a47@yahoo.comFollowed the recipe to the T and the soup turned out fantastic. Topped it with extra hazelnuts for crunch. Highly recommend!
Muhammad Rafi
rafim@aol.comI've never tried cauliflower soup before, but this recipe was a game-changer! The combination of cauliflower, hazelnuts, and bacon created a velvety smooth and flavorful soup. My family loved it; even my picky kids asked for seconds!