Cream Of Cauliflower Soup
Such an easy recipe and it comes together rather quickly so you can have it on the table for lunch in no time! You're getting a nice serving of vegetables which offsets the half n half and cheese, or so I say!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Servings: 4 bowls
- 3 TBSP onion finely chopped
- 1/2 Cup Butter
- 1/4 Cup Flour
- 2 Cups Half n Half
- 2 Cups Chicken Broth or Bouillon in a pinch
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp dried Basil
- 3 Cups Cauliflower chopped into bite size florets
- 1 Cup Cheddar cheese Shredded- I like a nice sharp cheddar!
Saute' the onions in butter in a large saucepan until tender but not brown. Add the flour whisking until smooth. Cook for one minute over low heat stirring constantly to prevent burning. Gradually add the Half n Half and the Chicken Broth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixtures thickens and bubbles.
Stir in the salt, garlic powder and basil. Add the cauliflower, reduce the heat to simmer, cover let cook for 15 minutes until tender.
Add the cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Serve 'er up and enjoy!