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Creamy Loaded Cauliflower Soup

Creamy Loaded Cauliflower Soup

This Creamy Loaded Cauliflower Soup delivers a luxurious, velvety texture and robust, comforting flavors. It is adorned with crispy bacon, chives, and cheese, making it a guilt-free indulgence for healthy eating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 large Yellow Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 large head Cauliflower, roughly chopped (about 6-7 cups)
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (or preferred milk alternative)
  • ½ cup Nutritional Yeast
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices Bacon or Turkey Bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar Cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Chives, chopped
  • A dollop of Greek Yogurt or dairy-free sour cream (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Add chopped cauliflower and broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cauliflower is fork-tender.
  3. Remove pot from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a standard blender.
  4. Return the pot to low heat and stir in almond milk, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Heat through and adjust seasonings.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crispy crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, fresh chives, and a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired.

Notes

Don't overcook cauliflower; blend until silky, and season in layers for balance. Use quality broth for depth of flavor and ensure bacon is crispy for texture.