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Craving a comforting yet elegant soup? This Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Soup is your answer! 🌟 The versatile cauliflower absorbs the creamy, tangy goat cheese perfectly, delivering a sophisticated and satisfying dish. Perfect for cozy nights!
Gluten-Free Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Soup
If you’re looking for a soup that’s both comforting and a little bit fancy, our Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Soup is just the ticket! Cauliflower is such a versatile vegetable, and one of its best qualities is how beautifully it absorbs and showcases other flavors. In this soup, the creamy, slightly tangy goat cheese melds perfectly with the delicate cauliflower, creating a dish that’s both sophisticated and satisfying.
One of the tricks to really enhancing the flavors in this soup is to roast the cauliflower and onion before blending. This step takes a little extra time, but it’s absolutely worth it. Roasting brings out a deeper, more complex flavor, adding a lovely caramelized note that pairs beautifully with the goat cheese. Just keep in mind that this process will give your soup a richer, darker color, adding to its rustic charm.
This soup is wonderfully quick and versatile. It makes a light yet flavorful appetizer to kick off a dinner party or a hearty lunch when paired with a crisp, green salad. It’s perfect for those days when you want something warm and comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use up any cauliflower you have on hand and turn it into something truly special.
Imagine serving this soup at your next gathering and impressing your guests with its creamy texture and complex flavors. Or picture a quiet lunch at home, enjoying a bowl of this delicious soup with some crusty gluten-free bread or a fresh salad. It’s a recipe that’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
So, grab your ingredients and let’s get cooking! This Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Soup is not only easy to make but also a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of the season. Warm, creamy, and bursting with flavor, it’s a dish that’s sure to please every palate.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower, rinsed, tough outer leaves removed
- 2-3 cloves fresh garlic, roughly chopped
- 2 green onions, rinsed, roots and dried ends removed
- 2 t. dried parsley
- 2-3 T. water
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3-4 c. organic chicken or vegetable stock, divided
- 4 oz. log goat cheese, cut into chunks
Optional Garnish:
- Sliced green onions, green parts only
- Crumbled bacon
How to Make Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Soup
- Cut up the cauliflower, stems included, into small pieces and place in a large colander. Rinse thoroughly under running water and let drain briefly when finished.
- Place cauliflower in a large, microwave-safe dish with garlic, the white part of the green onions, and the dried parsley. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Cover container and microwave on high until the cauliflower is fork tender, approximately 6-7 minutes. (Actual cooking time will vary depending on microwave strength and the amount of cauliflower used, so test after 4 minutes and adjust cooking time accordingly).
- Remove from microwave, and fill blender container nearly half full with the steamed cauliflower mixture. Add 1 cup stock to the blender and blend until smooth. (Make sure the blender lid is adequately vented to allow steam to escape before turning on the blender).
- Pour cauliflower puree into a large soup pot and repeat with the remaining steamed cauliflower mixture and stock until it has all been pureed and transferred to the pot.
- Turn heat to medium and cook until the cauliflower mixture is heated through, about 5-6 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the goat cheese and stir until blended. Cook another minute or two, or until the soup is uniformly heated. If soup is too thick, add additional stock to reach the desired consistency. If it is too thin, continue cooking until excess moisture has been reduced.
- Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve immediately topped with sliced green onion or crumbled bacon.
