Cauliflower and Leek Soup

October 18, 2019 Comments Off on Cauliflower and Leek Soup
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Cauliflower and Leek Soup

This is a rich and creamy soup. Add some sliced kielbasa sausage for a heartier meal. You can also use coconut milk and avocado oil to make this recipe dairy-free.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cauliflower, leek, main, soup
Servings: 8
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Jenny Ross

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 celery stalk chopped
  • 1 large leek white and light green parts only, 1/2 inch slices
  • 1/2 onion sliced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cups stock
  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup cream

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over medium high heat and melt butter. Cook until it begins to brown and foaming subsides.
  • Add onions, celery, and leeks and cook until well caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except the cream and bring to a boil Cover, lower heat and simmer until cauliflower is soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Using a blender or immersion blender, puree soup until smooth. Add in cream, taste, and adjust seasoning as desired. Garnish with fresh chives.

Notes

The soup in the photo is also garnished with sliced radishes and grated, salt cured egg yolk. You can also add sliced, pre-cooked kielbasa sausage to make this a more hearty meal.
Nutrition Facts
Cauliflower and Leek Soup
Amount per Serving
Calories
134
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Cholesterol
 
35
mg
12
%
Sodium
 
461
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
256
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
704
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
 
37
mg
45
%
Calcium
 
37
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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