SWISS-TOPPED CAULIFLOWER SOUP

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Since I came across this recipe a few years ago, it's become my husband's favorite soup. With fresh bread, we enjoy this as a hearty supper in winter. -C.C. McKie, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 medium onions
4 whole cloves
4 cups water
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted or 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
3 medium leeks (white portion only), sliced
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets and thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 large egg yolks, beaten
1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese, cut into 4-inch x 1/2-inch strips

Steps:

  • Quarter one onion; stuff the cloves into the second onion. In a large saucepan, combine water and broth; add onions, leeks, carrots and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add cauliflower; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from the heat., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cream until smooth. Stir in egg yolks. Stir in a small amount of hot soup into cream mixture; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Discard the whole onion., Ladle soup into individual ramekins. Top with cheese strips. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 623mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Abeer Alhindi
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the creamy texture and the Swiss cheese topping. I will definitely be making this again.


ioane pubg
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This soup was amazing! It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious. The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the Swiss cheese topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Cheyenne Lauzon
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a hit! The whole family loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the Swiss cheese topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Sharlyn Josphat
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This soup was delicious! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the Swiss cheese topping was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Qadeer Ahmed (Pashaa)
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This soup was so good! I loved the creamy texture and the Swiss cheese topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Ranamumtaz Rana
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This was a great recipe. The soup was delicious and the Swiss cheese topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


sheikh sahed
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the Swiss cheese topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Joece Mkfl
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the creamy texture and the Swiss cheese topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Duduzile Annastasia
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but this soup was actually really good. The Swiss cheese topping was a great addition. I would definitely make this again.


Cody Spears
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This was a great recipe! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the Swiss cheese topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Junior 45________ Cobra
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This soup was delicious! I loved the combination of cauliflower and Swiss cheese. It was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Entertainment Gupshup
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The soup is so creamy and flavorful, and the Swiss cheese topping adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Melanie Mafo
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This cauliflower soup was a hit with my family. It's creamy, cheesy, and so flavorful. The Swiss cheese adds a nice tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the cauliflower. I also love that this soup is healthy and low-carb. I will definitely be makin