Description
Creamy loaded cauliflower soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This velvety dish combines fresh cauliflower, savory bacon, and rich cream for a delightful hug-in-a-bowl experience. Perfect as a starter or main meal, each spoonful is a warm embrace that brings together family and friends around the table. With easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, you’ll find this soup becoming a staple in your autumn recipe rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion (like Vidalia), diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Add chopped cauliflower and broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Blend the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth; adjust texture as desired.
- Stir in heavy cream gradually, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, cook bacon until crispy; drain on paper towels and crumble over servings.
- Serve hot, garnished with cheddar cheese and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg