Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Cauliflower Cheddar Soup

Cauliflower Cheddar Soup


Green and white for St. Patrick’s Day, springtime, or anytime, this tasty recipe is made with reduced-fat cheddar and serves 8.


* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 medium head cauliflower, separated into florets
* 2-1/2 cups chicken broth (reduced-sodium if desired)
* 1/2 cup non-fat milk
* 4 ounces grated Reduced Fat Cheddar, or more to taste
* 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Directions

1. In large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine onion and oil; cook, stirring, until onion is tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
2. Add cauliflower and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes longer. Add broth and milk to pan and bring to boil.
3. Reduce heat to maintain gentle simmer, cover pan and cook for 30 minutes until cauliflower is very tender.
4. In blender, purée soup in batches. Return to pan over medium-low heat. Whisk in cheese and continue stirring just until melted. Whisk in dill and serve.