I think cauliflower is such an underrated vegetable. If I see it on a raw veggie tray, it's always my last choice. However, I love it cooked. There are so many fun and flavorful ways to prepare it and it is fantastic in soups. I think I better introduce it to baby P soon. I'm hoping someday cauliflower gets the credit it deserves!
Broccoli Cauliflower Cheddar Soup
4 Tablespoons butter
1/3 cup flour
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 head cauliflower, chopped into bite-size florets
2 medium heads broccoli, chopped into bite-size florets
4 cups milk
4 cups chicken stock (or vegetable)
2 cups cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
In a large pot, or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for one more minute. Sprinkle flour over onions and garlic and stir until it turns light brown, about 1-2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk. Add stock, broccoli, and cauliflower and season generously with salt and pepper. Cover and reduce heat to low, simmering until veggies are tender, 30-40 minutes. At this point, I used a potato masher to blend up the cauliflower and broccoli. I like a little chunky texture. You could also use an immersion blender, or transfer to a blender and puree in batches. Finally stir in cheese and combine. Garnish with more cheese! Darling Husband and I both thought this would be extra tasty with a little bacon sprinkled on top...but isn't everything? Hope you're all staying warm and survived the start of the holiday madness!
