Best 2 Bacon Cheddar Cauliflower Chowder Recipes
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Bacon Cheddar Cauliflower Chowder, a culinary masterpiece that combines the comforting warmth of a classic chowder with the healthful goodness of cauliflower. This low-carb, keto-friendly dish is a delightful journey for your taste buds, featuring tender cauliflower florets swimming in a creamy broth infused with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of spice.
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BACON-CHEDDAR CAULIFLOWER CHOWDER
A quick, low-carb chowder. This soup is wonderfully smooth and filling, and thoroughly enjoyed at my house. Serve as is, or garnish with green onion or parsley.
Provided by Jessica Willis
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet and over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crispy, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon, leaving bacon grease in the skillet. Crumble bacon when cool to the touch.
- Add celery and garlic to the skillet and cook in the bacon grease until celery is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cauliflower, water, and onion powder; cover skillet to steam cauliflower. Cook, stirring every so often, until cauliflower is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add milk, 1 3/4 cups chicken broth, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Meanwhile, whisk flour into the remaining chicken broth in a small bowl and drizzle into the boiling chowder. Add Cheddar cheese and 1/2 of the crumbled bacon. Stir until smooth and cheese has melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Ladle into bowls and top with remaining bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 52.8 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 796.4 mg, Sugar 5 g
BACON CHEDDAR CAULIFLOWER CHOWDER
Categories Cauliflower
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk together flour and 1/4 cup chicken broth in a small bowl then set aside. Cook bacon in a dutch oven or large soup pot over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to a paper towel lined dish and remove all but 1 tbsp of grease from the pot. Add minced onion, celery and garlic to the pot then season with salt and pepper and saute until vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes. Note: Since I was using a food processor to shred the cauliflower (you can also use a box grated), I used it to mince the other veggies simply by dropping them in and letting it spin. But mincing and grating by hand totally work, too. Add cauliflower to the pot and stir to combine. Add water, cover, and steam cauliflower until tender, stirring a couple times, about 5-7 minutes. Add remaining chicken broth and milk, turn up heat and bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in flour/chicken broth mixture while stirring, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes, until chowder has thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of the cheddar cheese until smooth, then stir in half the cooked bacon. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and/or hot sauce. Serve topped with remaining cheese, bacon, and green onions.
Tips:
- Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is firm and white, with no brown spots. Avoid heads that have been damaged or have leaves attached.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets: This will help them cook evenly. If you are using a food processor, be careful not to over-process the cauliflower, as this will make it mushy.
- Cook the cauliflower until it is tender: You can do this by boiling, steaming, or roasting it. If you are boiling the cauliflower, cook it for 5-7 minutes, or until it is tender but still has a slight crunch. If you are steaming the cauliflower, cook it for 10-12 minutes, or until it is tender. If you are roasting the cauliflower, cook it at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until it is tender and browned.
- Make sure the soup is thick and creamy: You can do this by using a blender or immersion blender to puree the soup. If you want a thicker soup, you can add more cauliflower or potatoes. You can also add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the soup. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix together equal parts cornstarch and water until it forms a smooth paste. Then, slowly whisk the slurry into the soup until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Serve the soup hot: This soup is best served hot, garnished with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
Conclusion:
Bacon Cheddar Cauliflower Chowder is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give Bacon Cheddar Cauliflower Chowder a try.
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