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Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Soup

This soup is made by roasting cauliflower and garlic until caramelized, enhancing their natural sweetness and umami. Blended into a smooth, velvety consistency, the final dish has a rich, smoky flavor with a silky appearance. The process involves roasting, blending, and simmering to develop deep, layered flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cauliflower head cut into florets
  • 4 cloves garlic whole bulbs, unpeeled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or water plus bouillon
  • to taste salt adjust to preference
  • to taste black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the cauliflower florets and whole garlic cloves on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat evenly. Roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, until the cauliflower is golden around the edges and the garlic is fragrant and soft.
  2. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the roasted cauliflower and garlic cool slightly until safe to handle. The cauliflower should have a deep, caramelized color, and the garlic will be soft and fragrant.
  3. Squeeze the roasted garlic out of its skins into a blender. Add the roasted cauliflower florets. Pour in about half of the vegetable broth to help blend smoothly.
  4. Blend the mixture until completely smooth, adding more broth as needed to achieve a velvety consistency. Taste the soup and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
  5. Pour the pureed soup into a saucepan and warm over medium heat. Let gently simmer for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to meld the flavors.
  6. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a splash of broth if the soup has thickened too much. Once heated through, serve the soup warm, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, sprinkle with toasted nuts or a squeeze of lemon just before serving.