Simple, cozy, and surprisingly rich 🤍🥣 Cauliflower Soup can be silky and comforting without being heavy.
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Ingredients
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1 large head cauliflower, chopped
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1 onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 Tbsp butter or olive oil
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4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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1 cup milk or heavy cream (or half-and-half)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chives, parsley, croutons, olive oil drizzle
Instructions
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In a pot, melt butter over medium heat.
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Sauté onion until soft (5 minutes).
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Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.
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Add cauliflower and broth. Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, until cauliflower is very tender.
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Blend until smooth (immersion or blender).
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Stir in milk or cream. Season to taste.
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Warm gently and serve.
Flavor Boosters (Optional)
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🧀 Parmesan or sharp cheddar
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🧄 Roasted garlic instead of raw
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🌰 Nutmeg (tiny pinch = magic)
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🥓 Bacon bits on top
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🌶️ White pepper or chili oil
Lighter / Dairy-Free Version
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Use olive oil
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Swap milk for coconut milk or extra broth
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Still creamy thanks to the cauliflower
Pro Tips
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Roast the cauliflower first (425°F, 25 min) for deeper flavor
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Don’t skimp on salt—it wakes everything up
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Blend longer than you think for ultra-silky texture
Want a roasted version, low-carb keto, or cheddar cauliflower soup next?