Description
Silky French cauliflower soup whispers elegance from Normandy’s rustic kitchens, blending creamy textures with delicate herb notes. Comfort arrives through each spoonful, inviting warm memories of countryside dining.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 liter (33.8 fluid ounces) vegetable or chicken broth
- 200 milliliters (6.8 fluid ounces) milk or liquid cream
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or 30 grams (1 ounce) butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Few sprigs of chives or parsley for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetable components by thoroughly washing the cauliflower and separating it into delicate florets. Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic, ensuring uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a spacious cooking pot over medium temperature. Sauté the onion and garlic until they become translucent and release their aromatic essence.
- Introduce cauliflower florets and potato chunks into the pot. Gently toast the vegetables for several minutes to enhance their natural flavors and initiate the cooking process.
- Pour vegetable or chicken broth into the pot, ensuring all vegetables are submerged. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the mixture to cook uncovered for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables reach a tender consistency when pierced with a fork.
- Transform the cooked vegetables into a velvety puree using an immersion blender. For those without this tool, carefully transfer small batches to a traditional blender, processing until smooth and creamy.
- Enhance the soup’s richness by stirring in fresh cream or milk, creating a luxurious texture. Season generously with salt, pepper, turmeric, or nutmeg to elevate the flavor profile.
- Garnish the steaming soup with freshly chopped parsley or chives, adding a vibrant touch of color and a burst of fresh herbaceous notes before serving.
Notes
- Select cauliflower with tight, compact white florets for the best texture and flavor intensity in your soup.
- Use an immersion blender directly in the pot for smoother results and fewer dishes to clean, preventing potential splashing when transferring hot soup.
- Consider roasting cauliflower florets before adding to the soup to develop deeper, nuttier caramelized flavors that enhance the overall taste profile.
- For dairy-free alternatives, replace cream with coconut milk or cashew cream to maintain richness while accommodating different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg