Crock Pot Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
338 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crock Pot Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
Description
This soup starts by slow cooking cauliflower florets, diced leeks, garlic cloves, black pepper, and chicken broth on low for 6 to 8 hours. The long cooking softens the vegetables deeply, which are then pureed into a smooth base. Adding sharp cheddar cheese and heavy cream enriches the soup, giving it a velvety texture and pronounced cheesy flavor.
The balance between the mild cauliflower and pungent cheddar cheese defines the flavor profile, while the slow cooker method allows hands-off preparation. Seasoning with salt and pepper is adjusted at the end to taste. Garnishes like cooked bacon, additional cheese, and chives or green onions add texture and color when serving.
This soup is suitable for colder days or when seeking a hearty yet gentle vegetable soup. It can be served as a starter or light meal alongside bread or salad. The use of a slow cooker simplifies the process and develops depth in the soup.
Ingredients
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1 head cauliflower green part discarded & cut into chunks
- 1 cup leek diced
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cheddar cheese shredded, sharp
- ½ cup heavy cream
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Bacon cooked and crumbed
- green onion chopped, or chives
- cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Add chicken broth, cauliflower, leeks, garlic, and pepper to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
- Add everything from the slow cooker into a blender, cover, and pulse until smooth. (or use an immersion blender right in the crock pot.) Add the blended soup base back to the slow cooker.
- Add in shredded cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cheese is melted into the soup. Check the seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper to taste. (I usually add about a 1/4 teaspoon and a pinch of pepper.)
- Portion soup into bowls and serve topped with bacon, cheese, and chives, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 338 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 338kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 960mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 504mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1105IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 59mg | 66% |
| Calcium | 461mg | 46% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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