One Pot Cauliflower Cheddar Soup Recipe
This creamy cauliflower soup is rich, cozy, and packed with cheesy comfort food flavor. Made with simple ingredients like cauliflower florets, cheddar cheese, onions, milk, and broth, this easy homemade soup comes together quickly for the perfect lunch or comforting dinner. Serve it with this Irish Soda Bread for a warm and satisfying meal that’s perfect for chilly days.
How to Make Cauliflower Soup
Start by placing a saucepan over medium heat and melting the butter until smooth and bubbly. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes soft, translucent, and fragrant. Cooking the onions slowly helps bring out their natural sweetness and creates a rich flavorful base for this easy homemade cheddar soup.
Once the onions are softened, sprinkle in the salt and all-purpose flour. Stir everything together well so the onions become fully coated in the flour mixture. This step helps create a roux, which will thicken the soup and give it a creamy, velvety texture. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue cooking until the broth thickens slightly, which should only take a couple of minutes once boiling.
After the broth has thickened, pour in the whole milk, and add the shredded cheddar cheese and cauliflower florets. Stir continuously as the soup heats so the cheese melts smoothly into the broth. Bring the soup back to a gentle boil until everything is creamy, hot, and fully combined. Once the cheese has completely melted and the soup is smooth, stir in the green onion for a fresh savory finish and remove the saucepan from the heat.
Serve the soup warm with a slice of fresh bread or this air fryer grilled cheese sandwich for dipping. This creamy cauliflower, cheddar soup recipe is rich, comforting, and packed with cheesy flavor, making it perfect for cozy lunches, cold-weather dinners, or an easy homemade comfort food meal.
Storage
Store leftover cauliflower soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Cream-based soups can separate slightly after freezing, but the soup can still be frozen for up to 2 months.
Reheat slowly on the stovetop over low heat while stirring frequently.
Soup Tip: Avoid boiling the soup when reheating to help prevent the cheese from separating.
Ingredients
Yellow Onion: Yellow onion adds savory depth and natural sweetness to the soup as it cooks down in the butter.
Butter: Butter creates a rich flavorful base while helping soften the onions and build the creamy texture of the soup.
Salt: Salt enhances all of the flavors throughout the soup and balances the richness of the cheddar cheese.
All-Purpose Flour: Flour helps thicken the soup, creating a creamy and velvety texture.
Chicken Broth: Chicken broth adds savory flavor and creates the liquid base of the soup while complementing the cauliflower and cheese. try making your own with this easy chicken bone broth recipe.
Whole Milk: Whole milk makes the soup creamy and smooth while helping balance the sharp cheddar flavor.
Cheddar Cheese: Cheddar cheese adds rich cheesy flavor and creates the comforting creamy texture that makes this soup so cozy.
Cauliflower Florets: Cauliflower florets become soft and tender while cooking, adding hearty texture and mild flavor to the soup.
Green Onion: Green onion adds freshness, mild onion flavor, and a pop of color as a finishing garnish.
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Cauliflower Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 yellow onion diced
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 2 c. chicken broth
- 3 c. frozen cauliflower florets thawed
- 2 c. whole milk
- 1 1/2 c. cheddar cheese
- 1/4 c. green onion diced
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the yellow onion. Fry for about 7 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the salt and all-purpose flour to the onion. Once the onions are coated, add the chicken broth and bring to a boil until the broth has thickened. Once the soup has boiled, it should thicken in about 2 minutes.
- Once the broth has thickened, add the cauliflower florest, whole milk, and cheddar cheese. Bring to a boil. Once the soup has reached a boil and the cheese is melted, add the green onion and remove from the heat.
- Serve warm with a slice of bread.
Notes
Author: Sarah Young
Cauliflower Cheddar Soup FAQ
What is cauliflower cheddar soup made of?
Cauliflower cheddar soup is typically made with cauliflower, cheddar cheese, onions, broth, milk or cream, and seasonings blended into a creamy soup.
Does cauliflower cheddar soup taste like cauliflower?
The cauliflower flavor is mild and becomes rich and creamy when combined with cheddar cheese and seasonings.
Can I use frozen cauliflower?
Yes, frozen cauliflower works very well and makes the soup even easier to prepare.
What cheese works best for cauliflower cheddar soup?
Sharp cheddar cheese adds the best rich cheesy flavor and pairs perfectly with cauliflower.
How do I make cauliflower cheddar soup thicker?
Blending more cauliflower or simmering the soup longer can help naturally thicken the soup.
Can cauliflower cheddar soup be frozen?
Yes, although cream-based soups may separate slightly after thawing and reheating.
Is cauliflower cheddar soup healthy?
Yes, cauliflower is packed with fiber, vitamins, and nutrients while keeping the soup hearty and satisfying.
What can I serve with cauliflower cheddar soup?
Crusty bread, grilled cheese sandwiches, crackers, or side salads pair perfectly with the soup.
How do I keep cheddar soup smooth?
Add the cheese slowly over low heat and avoid boiling the soup after adding the cheese.
Can I make cauliflower cheddar soup vegetarian?
Yes, simply use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Can I add extra vegetables?
Absolutely. Carrots, broccoli, celery, or potatoes all work well in cauliflower cheddar soup.
How long does cauliflower cheddar soup last in the fridge?
Stored in an airtight container, this soup will last about 4 days in the refrigerator.