Broccoli & Roasted Cauliflower Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Broccoli & Roasted Cauliflower Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 slices cauliflower florets, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09; 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper; unsalted butter; 2 cups celery, large dice; 2 cups leeks, large dice; 1 cup parsnips, peeled, large dice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2-1/2 qt. fresh broccoli, chopped; 2 qt. chicken broth, divided; Velveeta Process Cheese Product, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, cubed

Servings: persons

24 slices cauliflower florets, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt and pepper
unsalted butter
2 cups celery, large dice
2 cups leeks, large dice
1 cup parsnips, peeled, large dice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2-1/2 qt. fresh broccoli, chopped
2 qt. chicken broth, divided
Velveeta Process Cheese Product, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, cubed

1
Toss cauliflower with oil, salt and pepper; spread onto bottom of half-sheet pan.
2
Bake in 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) convection oven 10 to 15 min.
3
or until lightly browned.
4
Melt butter in large saute pan.
5
Add celery, leeks, parsnips and garlic; saute until tender.
6
Add broccoli and 2 cups (500 mL) broth (or 1 cup [250 mL] broth for trial recipe); cover.
7
Simmer until vegetables are softened.
8
Add to blender; blend until pureed, adding additional broth as needed.
9
Pour 2 cups (500 mL) of the remaining broth (or 1 cup [250 mL]) of the remaining broth for trial recipe) into large sauce pot.
10
Add Velveeta and cream cheese; cook on low heat until completely melted, stirring frequently.
11
(Be careful to not let sauce burn.)
12
Whisk in pureed vegetables until blended.
13
Gradually stir in remaining broth until soup is of desired consistency.
14
For each serving: Ladle 1 cup (250 mL) soup into bowl; top with 1 piece of roasted cauliflower.

232

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 slices cauliflower florets, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09, 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper, unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Broccoli & Roasted Cauliflower Cheese Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broccoli & Roasted Cauliflower Cheese Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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