I love it so much I like to eat it grilled, steamed, roasted, or in as many cauliflower soup recipes I can come up with. Even my kids love this cauliflower soup recipe because it is creamy, cheesy, and oh so good! Even non-cauliflower lovers love this one!
How To Make The Best Cauliflower Soup?
- Cook The Veggies:
Place the cauliflower florets, carrots, celery, onion, and chicken stock inside a large pot or dutch oven. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 mins or until the veggies are tender.
- Make The Cheese Sauce:
In a small saucepan, melt the butter and add the flour. Cook for a couple of minutes and whisk in the milk. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until thick. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
- Mix It Up:
Pour the cheese sauce into the pot with the veggies. Add the bay leaves, dry basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 mins. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
Cauliflower Soup Serving Suggestions
I like to serve this soup with a slice of crusty bread and as a side dish for roasted chicken with potatoes, meatloaf, or any other main dish. It really goes well with everything. Adding a bit of cooked, crumbled bacon on top adds a great layer of flavor as well!
Recipe Variations
If you want to add a bit more color to your soup, try mixing broccoli florets in as well as cauliflower. Adding chopped red bell pepper gives this soup a bit more color. Try making the cheese sauce with one cup of milk and one cup of beer for additional taste. If you feel the soup is a bit bland, add a tablespoon of chicken bouillon. Sharp cheddar cheese and a squirt of hot sauce will add even more flavor.
