I have to give credit to my mom for this delicious cheesy cauliflower soup recipe. She made it for Sunday dinner a couple months ago, and the whole family agreed that it has a really wonderful flavor.

In fact, I find that I really crave this cauliflower soup recipe and have been making it every couple of weeks since I had it for the first time! I’m sure to swipe all of my mom’s best recipes and I hope that my little girl enjoys my food to be a recipe-thief someday, herself. Passing on family favorite recipes is such a wonderful way to carry on the legacy of your loved ones!

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Cheesy Cauliflower Soup

Speaking of favorites, I recently tried this Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder. It’s oh-so-delicious. Thank heaven for Pinterest!

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There are so many different variations on cauliflower soup out there.

The first time I had a cauliflower soup, there weren’t any actual pieces of cauliflower in the bowl!

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I really like this cheesy cauliflower soup because it’s creamy, but also has some texture thanks to the whole chunks of cauliflower in the recipe.

My dad enjoyed this cauliflower soup so much that he said it tastes like something you’d order in a fancy restaurant.

I totally know what he means!

My cauliflower soup has a real richness while not being heavy or overly decadent. It’s a recipe that I’m really proud to serve my family and friends and a recipe that people always ask me to share with them after they’ve tried it.

You really must give this wonderful soup recipe a whirl. Be sure to pin it now so you don’t lose it!

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Ingredients

2 heads cauliflower broken into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 green onions white part only, reserve greens for garnish
3 cloves garlic chopped
1 large carrot shredded
1 stalk celery sliced
1 quart vegetable broth 32 ounces
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
⅔ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish with green onion optional

Instructions

In a large soup pot heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and the garlic for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the carrots and the celery and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes. Stir in the cauliflower. Add the vegetable broth, 2 cups water, salt, and the pepper, stir together. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and allow to simmer for 15 minutes.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter, stir in the flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly. Continue to cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Stir the flour mixture into the simmering cauliflower soup and simmer for another 15 to 20 minutes or until desired tenderness. Stir in the cheese.

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Course: Dinner

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29 Comments

Linda says:

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Almost ready to add the cheese, can’t wait to try this out. Smell really nice.

Pati W says:

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I add instant potatoes to thickness my soups.

Marie says:

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I really enjoyed the soup. As you mentioned earlier too, I love the fact it isn’t super heavy. Thanks for the recipe.

Regina says:

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I made this for dinner tonight and it was really good. I followed the recipe but added a few chicken pieces. It was very filling but my husband and I both liked it. Thanks Crissy for another great recipe.

Lorraine says:

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I love this soup. I add sweet potato for extra nutrition. I make a lot of soups during the winter And this is one of my favourites. Thank you for posting the recipe.

Barb says:

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This soup was incredible! I used only one head of cauliflower and decreased the water by one cup. I also added one teaspoon of better than bouillon for added flavor. I will definitely be making it again!!

Susie says:

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Has anyone frozen this soup?

JoAnn says:

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Made this soup for dinner tonight served with a fresh salad. This Cauliflower Soup is Delicious! I put some crumbles of bacon on top. YUM!