Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cauliflower florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with remaining olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on the baking sheet with cauliflower. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden.
- In a large pot, sauté diced onion until translucent. Add roasted cauliflower and squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the pot.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, then blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and smoked paprika. Cook on low heat until cheese is melted and soup is creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.