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RECIPE :
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
“This creamy cauliflower soup recipe is a comforting and flavorful choice for any occasion.”
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
18 mins
Total Time:
23 mins
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 medium cauliflower, separated into florets
- 1 medium carrot, finely grated
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 1 vegetable bouillon cube
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon optional hot pepper sauce
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a large pot, combine the cauliflower florets, grated carrot, diced celery, water, and bouillon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Do not drain.
- In a separate large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth paste. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue to cook and stir for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
- Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s fully melted. If desired, add the hot pepper sauce to taste.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the simmered cauliflower mixture, stirring until everything is well incorporated.
Nutritional Estimate Of Cauliflower Soup:
This creamy cauliflower soup recipe yields approximately 6 servings. Here’s a rough estimate of the nutritional information per serving:
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 51mg
- Sodium: 644mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
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