Roasted Cauliflower & Aged White Cheddar Soup

Made in Cindy's Kitchen, "Just North of Wiarton & South of the Checkerboard"

Recipe Source: Kevin @ Closet Cooking 

Roasted Cauliflower and Aged White Cheddar Soup ~ A creamy white cheddar cauliflower soup with a hint of thyme. 

Servings: 4+ servings 

Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 50 minutes; Total Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets

2 tablespoons oil

salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon oil

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 tablespoon thyme, chopped

3 cups vegetable broth

1 1/2 cups aged white cheddar, shredded

1 cup milk or cream

salt and pepper to taste

Directions: 

Toss the cauliflower florets in the oil along with the salt and pepper and arrange them in a single layer on a large baking sheet. 

Roast the cauliflower in a preheated 400F oven until lightly golden brown, about 20-30 minutes.

Heat the oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. 

Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes. 

Add the garlic and thyme and saute until fragrant, about a minute. 

Add the broth and cauliflower, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. 

Puree the soup until it reaches your desired consistency with a stick blender. 

Mix in the cheese, let it melt and season with salt and pepper. 

Mix in the milk and remove from heat.