Best 7 Cheesy Cauliflower And Potato Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our velvety Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Soup. This hearty and comforting soup is a perfect blend of creamy cauliflower, tender potatoes, and a symphony of spices, all enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce. Each spoonful promises a delightful journey for your taste buds, leaving you feeling warm and satisfied. Additionally, discover a collection of equally enticing recipes, including a zesty Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce, a refreshing Strawberry Smoothie Bowl, and a tantalizing Blueberry Lemon Loaf. Embark on a culinary adventure and treat your palate to a feast of flavors.

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CHEESY CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO SOUP



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"This soup is a variation of one I tried at a restaurant. Even people who hate cauliflower love it!" -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower
1 cup frozen sliced carrots
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2-1/4 cups water, divided
2 cups 2% milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the vegetables, onion, bouillon and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in the milk, soup, garlic powder and nutmeg. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CAULIFLOWER POTATO SOUP



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Creamy & cheesy Cauliflower Potato Soup is perfect for lunch, dinner, or to freeze for future meals!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Soup

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 slices bacon (chopped)
½ onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
1 pound baking potatoes (about 2 cups peeled and diced)
2 cups cauliflower florets (washed & dried)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (or as needed)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
Kosher salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a medium pot over medium heat until crispy and browned. Remove the bacon leaving the fat in the pot.
  • Stir in the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook one minute more.
  • Add chicken broth, milk, potatoes and cauliflower. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until vegetables are tender.
  • Remove about 1 cup of vegetables, chop, and set aside. Blend soup with a hand blender and bring back to a boil.
  • Combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water. Stir into simmering soup to thicken (add more if needed).
  • Remove from heat and stir in chopped vegetables and cheese. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
  • Top with crispy bacon and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.5 cups, Calories 357 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 752 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g

CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO SOUP WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE



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Whether you're looking for a great soup for lunch with sandwiches, or for a dinner party soup course, this cauliflower-potato soup is perfect.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Appetizer     Entree     Soup

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups onions (chopped)
1 cup celery (chopped)
1 large cauliflower head (broken into small florets, about 6 to 8 cups of florets )
3 medium potatoes (yellow or gold, peeled and cubed)
1/2 teaspoon garlic (finely minced)
4 to 6 cups chicken broth ( divided )
1 cup cream ( light cream or heavy cream )
12 ounces Cheddar cheese (shredded sharp, or a combination of sharp and mild Cheddars)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (ground)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (ground)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Sea salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, chopped celery, cauliflower, potatoes, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 8 to 10 minutes. Add 4 to 5 cups of chicken broth , or enough to cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 25 to 35 minutes until vegetables are very tender.
  • Stir in the cream, cheese, Worcestershire sauce, nutmeg, cayenne, and pepper.
  • Using a blender, purée the soup in about 4 batches until smooth. You could also use an immersion/handheld blender right in the pan. Return the puréed soup to the stovetop and heat through, adding more chicken broth if a thinner soup is desired. Taste and add salt, as needed.
  • Garnish the soup with a drizzling of extra virgin olive oil, or a chili or garlic infused olive oil. It would also be delicious with flavored croutons, fresh chopped chives, a little diced cooked bacon, or a swirl of sour cream or roasted red pepper puree.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 2569 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 10 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEESY POTATO-CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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This cheesy potato-cauliflower soup is a brightened take on traditional cheese soups. The vinegar, lemon, and cayenne give it a wonderful kick!

Provided by Sass

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups chopped cauliflower
2 cups cubed red potatoes
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup diced carrots
½ cup diced onions
½ cup salted butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
½ cup shredded American cheese
4 stalks scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine cauliflower, potatoes, broth, celery, carrots, and onions in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover and cook until vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat but keep the lid on.
  • Melt butter in another large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook and whisk until bubbly and brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in milk. Return to medium heat and cook until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add veggies and broth to the milk mixture. Continue stirring. Add vinegar, garlic powder, lemon juice, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Remove from the heat and slowly add Cheddar, Swiss, and American cheeses, stirring well until melted.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 82.2 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 533.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CREAM OF CAULIFLOWER CHEESE & POTATO SOUP



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I find this soup to be very similar to Potato and Leek soup but its refreshing to taste the cauliflower and cheese through it. A winter warmer that will delight.

Provided by ozzygirl

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 head cauliflower (cut up)
4 medium sized potatoes
1 leek, chopped
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon basil
3 bay leaves
5 1/2 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
2 cups of grated cheddar cheese
1 cup cream
oil
butter
baguette, slices
gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot add oil and butter and melt.
  • Saute onion, leek, garlic, thyme and basil until softened.
  • Add potato and cauliflower and toss through.
  • Add vegetable stock and bay leaves and cook for around 40 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves.
  • Blend half the soup in a blender or with a hand held blitzer.
  • Mash with a potato masher the other half of the soup.
  • Add the blended half of the soup back with the mashed soup.
  • Return to heat and add the cheese. Stir till dissolved (this wont take long so dont leave it too long).
  • Add the cream and stir through.
  • To top with toast:.
  • Slice a baguette into thin slices.
  • Cover the slices with slices of gruyere cheese (if you dont have gruyere, then use cheddar or whatever cheese suits you).
  • Bake the slices in the oven for about 5 minutes at 180 until the cheese has melted.
  • If the slices are too big for the soup, quarter them or half them.
  • Serve on top of the soup.

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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A satisfying fall and winter cauliflower soup! Creamy, cheesy, and delicious!

Provided by CindiU

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons salted butter
1 large onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
8 cups chicken broth
1 large head cauliflower, cored and cut into small florets
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 cups 2% milk
½ cup half-and-half
¼ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic; saute until soft, about 3 minutes. Add potatoes and parsley, then pour in chicken broth. Add cauliflower and thyme; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cauliflower and potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the stove and let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Process 2 cups soup at a time in a food processor until smooth; return to the pot. Add milk, half-and-half, and cream; whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add Cheddar cheese and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and soup is hot, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 57.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1417.1 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP



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When a chill is in the air, I like to make soups for the family. Cheese adds flavor and heartiness to this one, which is my own recipe. -Ruth Worden, Mossena, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups 2% milk
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup mashed potato flakes
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cauliflower, broth and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender. Mash cauliflower. , Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the cream, milk, carrot, bay leaves and garlic powder. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Stir in potato flakes., Cook 30 minutes longer or until thickened. Discard bay leaves. Cool slightly. , In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return to the slow cooker; stir in cheese. Cook until soup is heated through and cheese is melted. Garnish with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is firm and white, with no brown spots or bruises.
  • Cut the cauliflower into small florets: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the cauliflower: It should be tender but still have a slight crunch.
  • Use a good quality cheese: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking.
  • Serve the soup hot: This is the best way to enjoy its flavor.

Conclusion:

Cheesy cauliflower and potato soup is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and the perfect balance of cauliflower and potato, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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