Cream Of Cauliflower Or Broccoli Soup Recipe

Name: Cream Of Cauliflower Or Broccoli Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower; 2 c. water; 1 large stalk celery, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. margarine or butter; 2 Tbsp. flour; 2 1/2 c. water; 1 Tbsp. instant chicken bouillon; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; dash of ground nutmeg; 1/2 c. whipping cream

Servings: persons

1 medium head cauliflower
2 c. water
1 large stalk celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
2 Tbsp. margarine or butter
2 Tbsp. flour
2 1/2 c. water
1 Tbsp. instant chicken bouillon
3/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
dash of ground nutmeg
1/2 c. whipping cream

1
Prepare cauliflower (whole 20 to 25 minutes, flowerets 10 to 12 minutes); drain.
2
Heat 2 cups water to boiling in 3-quart saucepan. Add cauliflower, celery, onion and lemon juice.
3
Cover and heat to boiling.
4
Cook until tender, about 10 minutes; do not drain.
5
Press cauliflower mixture through food mill or place in blender until uniform consistency.
6
Heat margarine in 3 quart saucepan (low) until melted.
7
Stir in flour.
8
Cook, stirring constantly until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Stir in 2 1/2 cups water.
11
Heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
12
Boil and stir for 1 minute.
13
Stir in cauliflower mixture, instant bouillon, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
14
Heat just to boiling.
15
Stir in cream.
16
Heat but do not boil.
17
Serve with grated cheese if desired.

205

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium head cauliflower, 2 c. water, 1 large stalk celery, chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cream Of Cauliflower Or Broccoli 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.

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Cream Of Cauliflower Or Broccoli Soup

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