CREAMY CAULIFLOWER-GARLIC SOUP

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I love cauliflower and I love garlic so this was a no-brainer for me when I found it in the 12/2004 issue of Sunset magazine. The roast garlic gives this soup a wonderful, mellow flavor. This makes a large amount of soup so it's perfect for a dinner party or holiday meal.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 1h25m

Yield 3 quarts, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head garlic, unpeeled (2 1/2 oz.)
1 tablespoon butter
3 heads cauliflower (about 4 1/2 lbs. total)
2 quarts low-fat chicken broth
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh chives

Steps:

  • With a sharp knife, cut top 1/2 off garlic head (off the pointy part of the head). Set garlic on a sheet of foil and top with butter. Gather sides of foil up and pinch together to form a loose, sealed pouch.
  • Bake garlic in a 400° oven until garlic is soft when pressed, 45 to 50 minutes. Unwrap and let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Meanwhile, cut cauliflower heads into 1-inch florets, discard leaves and stems. In a 4 to 5-quart pan, combine cauliflower and broth. Cover, bring to a simmer over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until cauliflower is very tender when pierced, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Squeeze garlic cloves from papery skins into pan with cauliflower and broth; pour in cream. Working in batches, transfer to a blender and whirl until smooth (I use an immersion blender at this point). Return soup to pan and add the nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Set pan over medium-low heat and stir occasionally until hot. Pour into a large bowl or tureen and sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 19.4, Sodium 65.5, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 4.1

Azadar Kaloi
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This soup was delicious! The roasted garlic and cauliflower gave it a nice flavor. I would definitely make it again.


Rosianu Silviu
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I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese added so much flavor, and the soup was so creamy and comforting. I'll definitely be making this again!


Fagaea Leituala
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and creamy. I love the roasted garlic and the cauliflower gives it a nice texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Ikram Mahal
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This was a great recipe! The soup was delicious and very easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Malcolm Jones
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I loved this soup! It was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Md Ali Hosen
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This soup was really good! The roasted garlic and cauliflower gave it a nice flavor. I would definitely make it again.


DarkPyro
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too thin. I think I might have added too much milk.


Shehzad Akbar
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more garlic and maybe some red pepper flakes next time.


Godwin Alagbe
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but this soup was surprisingly good! The roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese really enhanced the flavor of the cauliflower. I would definitely make this soup again.


Ramzan Jutt gujrat ala
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This creamy cauliflower garlic soup was a hit with my family! It was so creamy and flavorful, and the roasted garlic added a delicious depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Subajini Kangatharan
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This soup was delicious! I loved the creamy texture and the roasted garlic flavor. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Platonic Gh
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the roasted garlic added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Amy Ternosky
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and creamy. I love the roasted garlic and the cauliflower gives it a nice texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


jaco oosthuizen
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This was a great recipe! The soup was delicious and very easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


md ajijul Hoque
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Md Mokka Prodhan
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This recipe is a keeper! The soup was delicious and so easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


THE UNSTOPABLE
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This soup is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the roasted garlic and the cauliflower gives it a nice creamy texture. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


imtiaz sarif
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I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese added so much flavor, and the soup was so creamy and comforting. I'll definitely be making this again!


Margaret Kerubo
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This creamy cauliflower garlic soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were so rich and well-balanced, and the texture was velvety smooth. I loved the hint of roasted garlic and the subtle sweetness from the cauliflower. It's definitely going to be