Roasting the cauliflower adds extra depth of flavour to this simple yet delicious soup. Don't be afraid to let the cauliflower turn a very deep golden colour (without burning it, of course)— the darker it is, the richer the roasted taste will be.
- Prep time 30 minutes
- Total time 1 hour
- Portion size 6 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine
Ingredients
Soup:
Cheddar Crostini:
Method
Soup: Place cauliflower on rimmed baking sheet; drizzle with oil. Roast in 425°F (220°C) oven, turning occasionally, until very deep golden on all sides, about 45 minutes.
Meanwhile, in skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook leeks and garlic, stirring, until leeks are softened, about 6 minutes.
In blender, in batches, purée cauliflower, leek mixture and broth until smooth; transfer to large saucepan. Stir in 1-1/2 cups water, pepper and salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in Cheddar cheese and mustard. Simmer, stirring, until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.
Cheddar Crostini: Mix Cheddar cheese with parsley. Spread mustard over baguette slices; top with cheese mixture. Bake on parchment paper–lined baking sheet in 425 F (220 C) oven until cheese is melted and bread is golden, about 8 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes before serving with soup.
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Fibre 5 g
- Sodium 972 mg
- Sugars 5 g
- Protein 16 g
- Calories 342.0
- Total fat 20 g
- Cholesterol 50 mg
- Saturated fat 9 g
- Total carbohydrate 27 g
%RDI
- Iron 19.0
- Folate 53.0
- Calcium 31.0
- Vitamin A 23.0
- Vitamin C 108.0
