Cream of cauliflower soup with cheddar and dill
4 servings
30 minutes
Cauliflower cream soup with cheddar and dill is a delicate and rich dish of European cuisine that warms the soul and delights the taste buds. Cauliflower gives the soup a velvety texture and a slight sweetness, while cheddar adds a savory creaminess. Dill brings fresh herbal notes, creating a harmonious balance. Historically, cream soups emerged in French cuisine as a way to add sophistication to dishes, and the combination of vegetables and cheese became a favorite option across Europe. This soup is perfect for a cozy family lunch or light dinner and can be served with crispy bread or croutons. Its rich flavor, nutritional value, and simplicity of preparation make it an indispensable dish on the menu for comfort food lovers.
1
Heat vegetable oil in a small pot and add finely chopped onion. Sauté for 5 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Onion: 1 head
- Vegetable oil: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves
2
Pour in the broth and milk, add the peeled and diced potatoes and the cauliflower separated into small florets. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 30 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
- Chicken broth: 2.5 glasss
- Milk: 0.5 glass
- Potato: 1 piece
- Cauliflower: 1 piece
3
Remove from heat and blend with a hand blender until pureed. Immediately add grated cheese and mix until fully dissolved. Add dill and serve.
- White cheddar cheese: 120 g
- Chopped dill: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste