Creamy Dreamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe
Introduction
Creamy Dreamy Cauliflower Soup is a comforting and velvety dish that highlights the natural sweetness of cauliflower and potatoes. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy meal, offering a rich texture with subtle herbal notes of thyme.
Ingredients
- 3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1 kg / 2 lb (1 medium head) cauliflower, florets broken off and stalk roughly chopped
- 8 oz / 250 g (1 large or 2 small) potatoes, peeled and roughly diced
- 1 large onion, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 cups milk (any type: dairy, non-dairy, full fat, or low fat)
- 2 cups chicken broth or stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Thyme (highly recommended!)
- Cream and/or olive oil, to drizzle
Instructions
- Step 1: Place all the soup ingredients except salt and pepper into a large pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cauliflower is very soft.
- Step 2: Use a handheld blender to blend the soup until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 3: Adjust the consistency by adding more milk, water, or stock if the soup is too thick. If you prefer a thicker soup, simmer it longer to reduce, but be careful not to over-reduce and make it too salty.
- Step 4: Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme leaves and drizzled with cream and/or olive oil if desired.
Tips & Variations
- For a vegan version, use vegetable broth and a plant-based milk such as almond or oat milk. Coconut cream adds extra richness.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or smoked paprika for a subtle twist in flavor.
- Roasting the cauliflower before simmering intensifies the flavor and adds a slight caramelized note.
- Garnish with toasted nuts or seeds for added texture.
Storage
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. If the soup thickens upon cooling, add a splash of milk or stock to loosen it before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen cauliflower for this soup?
Yes, frozen cauliflower works well and can be used directly from the freezer. Cooking time may be slightly longer to ensure the cauliflower is tender.
Is this soup suitable for freezing?
This soup freezes well. Cool completely before portioning into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently.
PrintCreamy Dreamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe
Creamy Dreamy Cauliflower Soup is a comforting and velvety soup made from fresh cauliflower, potatoes, and aromatic garlic and onions. Simmered gently and blended into a smooth texture, this soup combines the natural sweetness of the vegetables with the warmth of thyme and a finishing touch of cream or olive oil. Perfect as a light meal or starter, it can be customized with your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk and adjusted for consistency to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1 kg (2 lb) cauliflower (1 medium head), florets broken off and stalk roughly chopped
- 8 oz (250 g) potatoes (1 large or 2 small), peeled and roughly diced
- 1 large onion, peeled and roughly chopped
Liquids
- 2 cups milk (any type – dairy, non-dairy, full fat or low fat)
- 2 cups chicken broth or stock
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme (highly recommended)
- Cream and/or olive oil, to drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place all soup ingredients except salt and pepper — garlic, cauliflower florets and stalk, potatoes, onion, milk, and chicken broth — into a large pot. Set over high heat and bring to a boil.
- Simmer Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the soup simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cauliflower becomes very soft and easily pierced with a fork.
- Blend Soup: Using a handheld immersion blender, carefully blend the soup directly in the pot until very smooth and creamy. This step ensures a velvety texture without lumps.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, stir in additional milk, water, or stock to reach your preferred consistency. Conversely, if you want a thicker soup, allow it to simmer longer, stirring occasionally, but monitor the salt level closely.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme leaves. Drizzle with cream and/or olive oil if desired for extra richness and flavor.
Notes
- You can customize the milk type based on dietary preference: dairy, almond, oat, or soy milk all work well.
- For a vegan version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit cream or use a plant-based alternative.
- Use fresh thyme for the best aromatic experience, but dried thyme can also be added during the simmering step if fresh is unavailable.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half the soup and leave the rest in chunks.
- Leftover soup can be cooled and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
Keywords: Cauliflower soup, Creamy soup, Comfort food, Easy soup recipe, Vegetarian soup, Healthy soup
