This Creamy Cauliflower and Blue Cheese Soup Recipe offers a rich and velvety texture combined with the distinct flavor of blue cheese. It’s a perfect choice for a comforting meal, especially during cooler months.
The soup is simple to prepare and can be made in under an hour. It pairs well with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Delicious Cauliflower and Blue Cheese Soup
This soup features tender cauliflower blended with creamy ingredients and infused with blue cheese for a unique flavor profile. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Chop the cauliflower, onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Cook the Cauliflower: Add the chopped cauliflower and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender.
- Add Creaminess: Stir in the heavy cream and blue cheese, heating gently over low heat until the cheese is melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 bowls
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
