Stilton Cauliflower Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Stilton Cauliflower Soup
45 min.
4
287kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of our Stilton Cauliflower Soup, a delightful dish that perfectly marries the rustic charm of cauliflower with the bold tang of Stilton cheese. This vegetarian and gluten-free soup is not just a feast for the senses but also an ideal starter for any meal or a cozy snack on its own. With just a handful of simple yet high-quality ingredients, you’ll whip up a velvety bowl of comfort that will warm you from the inside out.

Your taste buds will dance with excitement as tender cauliflower florets mingle with aromatic onions and the subtle crunch of celery, all lovingly sautéed in unsalted butter. Each spoonful brings together depth from the rich chicken broth and a luxurious finish of light cream. The pièce de résistance is, of course, the crumbled Stilton, which melts seamlessly into the soup, imparting a unique creaminess and savory character that elevates the dish to new heights.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a gourmet experience in your own kitchen that serves four persons, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quiet night in. Whether it’s a sophisticated antipasto or a comforting starter, this Stilton Cauliflower Soup is sure to become a beloved favorite in your culinary repertoire. Don’t forget to garnish with crunchy croutons and a sprinkle of crumbled Stilton for that added touch of deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 lb cauliflower cut into 1-inch florets (2 1/4 cups)
  •  celery stalks with a vegetable peeler and ribs finely chopped
  • cups chicken broth 
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 cup cream light
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • servings coarsely stilton cheese crumbled
  • oz coarsely stilton cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper white
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cook onion, celery, and cauliflower in butter in a 3 1/2- to 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until onion and celery are softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add broth and 1 cup milk and simmer, covered, until cauliflower is very tender, about 25 minutes.
  3. Purée cauliflower mixture in 2 batches in a blender until very smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids), then return to cleaned saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  4. Whisk together cornstarch and remaining 2 tablespoons milk in a small bowl until cornstarch is dissolved, then add to soup and simmer, whisking, until soup is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Add Stilton, cream, pepper, and salt and cook over low heat, whisking, until Stilton is melted and soup is smooth, about 1 minute
  6. • Soup can be made 1 day ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then chilled, covered. Reheat over moderate heat, stirring.

Nutrition Facts

Calories287kcal
Protein11.04%
Fat74.61%
Carbs14.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.75
Glycemic Load
2.29
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.301739091459%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:287.47kcal
14.37%
Fat:24.5g
37.69%
Saturated Fat:15.24g
95.28%
Carbohydrates:10.6g
3.53%
Net Carbohydrates:8.93g
3.25%
Sugar:5.83g
6.48%
Cholesterol:76.79mg
25.6%
Sodium:737.36mg
32.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.16g
16.31%
Vitamin C:29.63mg
35.92%
Calcium:202.97mg
20.3%
Phosphorus:179.47mg
17.95%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.36%
Vitamin A:791.51IU
15.83%
Potassium:398mg
11.37%
Folate:45.25µg
11.31%
Vitamin K:11.57µg
11.02%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.5%
Vitamin B12:0.62µg
10.26%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.06%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.49%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.49%
Vitamin D:1.08µg
7.22%
Zinc:1.02mg
6.83%
Fiber:1.67g
6.68%
Selenium:4.59µg
6.55%
Magnesium:25.89mg
6.47%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.52%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.1%
Copper:0.06mg
3.15%
Iron:0.46mg
2.56%
Source:Epicurious