Cauliflower Cheese Soup

By GmaJan12

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower, broken in florets
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
• 1 chicken bouillon cube
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon each cayenne pepper, curry powder and white pepper

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the cauliflower, onion, broth and bouillon. Cover and cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Cook and stir until bubbly. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes longer or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cheese and seasonings. Pour into cauliflower mixture. Simmer slowly for 30 minutes (do not boil).

Yield: 6-8 servings (2 quarts).