Name: Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets.; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided.; 1 head garlic.; 1 medium yellow onion, diced.; 4 cups vegetable broth.; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste.; Black pepper to taste.; 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded.; Green onions for garnish.

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My roasted garlic cauliflower soup brings deep comfort on cold days. Sweet roasted garlic nutty cauliflower and sharp cheddar create layers of flavor in every spoonful. Simple ingredients transform into something truly special.

Pure Comfort

This soup gets creamy from pureed cauliflower no cream needed. Roasted garlic adds sweetness while sharp cheddar brings richness. Easy to make good for you still tastes indulgent.

What You Need

Cauliflower: Fresh florets get nutty when roasted.
Garlic: Whole head turns sweet in oven.
Sharp Cheddar: Adds creamy richness.
Onion: Builds flavor base.
Broth: Vegetable or chicken both work.
Olive Oil: For roasting sauteing.
Seasonings: Salt pepper to taste.

Garlic Magic

Get It Ready: Trim top drizzle with oil expose cloves.
Slow Roast: Wrap in foil roast until golden sweet.

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Let's Cook

Roast Veggies: Toss cauliflower with oil roast till tender.
Start Base: Cook onions till soft fragrant.
Smooth Blend: Everything goes in blender till silky.

Cheese Time

Gentle Heat: Warm blended soup in pot.
Add Cheese: Stir till melted smooth throughout.

Make It Yours

Try adding carrots celery or spinach. Like heat? Add pepper flakes. Need vegan? Plant cheese works great.

Time To Serve

Serve hot with good bread croutons on top. Extra cheese green onions fresh herbs make it pretty.

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Perfect Texture

Want it thicker? Less broth or add potato. Richer? Swap some broth for milk makes it silky.

Save For Later

Keeps four days in fridge freezes three months. Let cool before freezing thaw gently to reheat.

Roasting Tips

Space cauliflower well no crowding. High heat till golden brings out sweetness.

Top It Right

Try green onions crispy bacon toasted nuts. Olive oil drizzle sour cream both lovely.

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Good For You

Full of vegetables fiber vitamins. Cauliflower makes it creamy no heavy cream needed.

Perfect Partners

Add salad garlic bread roasted vegetables. White wine makes it feel special.

Pure Love

This soup brings comfort to cold days. Creamy warming easy to make it's like a hug in your bowl.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How do I make this soup thicker?: Start with 3 cups of broth instead of 4 for a thicker consistency. You can always thin it out later if needed.
→ Can I make this creamier?: Replace 1 cup of broth with milk, or use 1/2 cup of half and half or heavy cream for extra richness.
→ How do I know when the garlic is done roasting?: The garlic should be golden and soft enough to easily squeeze out of the skins after roasting for 30-35 minutes.
→ Can I use frozen cauliflower?: Fresh cauliflower works best for roasting as it caramelizes better. Frozen may result in a less rich flavor.
→ What cheese works best?: Sharp cheddar gives the best flavor, but you can use medium cheddar or a mix of cheeses like gruyere and cheddar.

Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Soup