Description
This creamy cauliflower soup is a comforting and nutritious dish, perfect for a cozy meal. Blending cauliflower, leek, potato, and garlic creates a velvety texture with a subtle kick from cayenne, complemented by chicken stock and a touch of whole milk for richness.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 leek (white and light green parts only)
- 1 russet potato (peeled)
- 4 cloves garlic
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups chicken stock
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Prepare the leek: Slice the leek, reserving only the white and light green parts. Place them in a small bowl of water and agitate with your fingers to loosen and remove any dirt. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
- Sauté the leek: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cleaned leek and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Prep other vegetables: While the leek cooks, roughly chop the garlic cloves, cauliflower, and peeled potato.
- Add vegetables and season: Add the chopped garlic, cauliflower, and potato to the pot. Season generously with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to develop flavors.
- Simmer the soup: Pour in the chicken stock, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook until the potatoes are soft enough to mash, approximately 15-18 minutes.
- Blend the soup: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the hot soup to a standard blender in batches and blend until creamy.
- Finish with milk: Turn off the heat, stir in the whole milk, and taste. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
- Use only the white and light green parts of the leek, as the dark green leaves can be tough and bitter.
- To avoid splatters when blending hot soup, blend in small batches and hold the lid securely.
- For a vegan version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock and use plant-based milk.
- Cayenne pepper adds a subtle heat; adjust the quantity to suit your preference.
- Serving with crusty bread makes a fulfilling meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 378 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 468 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
