NORTH AFRICAN CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Steps:

• In a large Dutch oven or saucepan, saute onions in vegetable oil for 5 to 10 minutes, or until translucent.
• Add the potatoes, cumin, and fennel; cook for 1 minute.
• Add the hot water; cover, turn up the heat and bring to a boil.
• Add the cauliflower and bouillon cubes and return to a boil.
• Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes or until the vetetables are tender.
• In a blender, puree and vegetable/broth mixture until smooth.
• Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
• Reheat the soup, being careful not to scorch it.
• Serve warm; garnish with chopped tomatoes and chives.