Cauliflower Chowder
by Chungah
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A creamy, low carb, hearty and cozy soup, loaded with so many good-for-you veggies. Perfect for those chilly nights!
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I’ve been making this recipe since it was first published – I can’t believe it’s been 10 years! I also can’t believe that I haven’t reviewed it until now. Follow the recipe and it’s perfect. No one is ever disappointed, there are never leftovers, and I can feel moderately good about getting more vegetables
why i love cauliflower chowder
- Perfect for soup season, ski season, post-holiday season, and blustery winter season
- Oh-so-velvety with all the sneaked in vegetables that even the pickiest of toddlers will love
- Packed with cauliflower, a great source of antioxidants that’s high in fiber and low in calories
tips and tricks for success
- Grab pre-cut cauliflower. To cut down on prep time even more, use pre-cut cauliflower florets.
- Blend, baby, blend. With the help of an immersion blender or a countertop blender, the soup will yield an even creamier, smoother consistency.
- Add garnishes. Garnishes are always optional but a fresh sprinkle of thyme leaves, some crispy bacon or roasted cauliflower will certainly take your soup to the next level, adding more flavor, texture and contrast.
- Serve with crusty bread. Serve with all the homemade crusty bread for dipping, sopping and dunking!
- Mix it up. Add carrots, corn, russet potatoes (this will help thicken up the chowder even more!) or even your favorite blend of seafood.
what to serve with cauliflower chowder
Tools For This Recipe
Dutch oven
Cauliflower Chowder: Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don’t have an immersion blender?
A countertop blender (such as a Vitamix or Blendtec) or food processor should do the trick! When using a countertop blender, cool the soup slightly and blend in batches.
How can I make this vegetarian?
You can omit the bacon and substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.
How can I store leftovers?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Is this freezer-friendly?
We do not recommend freezing this as milk-based soups tend to separate when frozen.
Cauliflower Chowder
A creamy, low carb, hearty and cozy soup, loaded with so many good-for-you veggies. Perfect for those chilly nights!
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Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery ribs, diced
- 1 head cauliflower, roughly chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup 2% milk
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
- Heat a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving 1 tablespoon excess fat in the stockpot.
- Melt butter in the stockpot. Add garlic, onion and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in cauliflower and bay leaf. Cook, stirring occasionally, until barely crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken broth and milk, and cook, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until cauliflower are tender, about 12-15 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Puree with an immersion blender until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve immediately, garnished with bacon and parsley, if desired.
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What an amazing looking soup! It couldn’t be much better with the added bacon too.
I made this last night! I added some sharp cheddar cheese as well as Trader Joe’s 21 Seasoning Salute. It was fantastic! Warm and filling without the carb-loaded guilt trip.
Another great dish from damdelicious! I minused the bacon and added fresh corn kernels. Amazing
This is a DIVINE, WONDERFUL, & DELICIOUS Recipe! I left out the carrrots, not a fan of carrots. I used regular butter and milk due to budget constraints and it turned out just fine! Thanks Chungah!
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Love this recipe. I made the soup today for lunch and everyone enjoyed it very much. Your time to help us in the kitchen is greatly appreciated!
I made this last night and my jaw hit the floor. I was hoping it would be yummy, but nothing prepared me for the love affair I was about to have with this soup! I want it again today! We only made half the recipe (in case it didn’t taste good, because thats happened before) Now I am upset that I didn’t make the whole amount!!! I added more salt and pepper so Im sure it wasn’t as healthy after that but boy was it delicious! Thank you for sharing. 🙂
My husband gave this two thumbs up, and he isn’t vegetarian in any sense of the word. I had only a small head of cauliflower, so should have adjusted the broth amount accordingly to achieve creamier chowder. Added ham to each bowl for more protein. Plan to add minced fresh jalapeno to the leftovers to give a little different flavor. Thanks for a new favorite recipe.
Thanks for giving the “print” option!
I made this soup tonight and LOVED it!!! Thank you for the recipe, it’s going into my favourite recipes book! 🙂
Thanks for the recipe! Soup is one way my kids will eat vegetables, and this cauliflower chowder has a good variety of veggies. Plus, it tastes great, especially with the bacon 🙂
If you’d like to see my post about it, here it is: http://busymomrecipes.com/dinner/cauliflower-chowder/
I typically don’t write comments on recipes but I loved this recipe. My husband who is not a big soup person loved this.
I made this last night and my family thought it was a tad watery tasting, so we had to add a bit more salt. Next time I would add in a bit of cream cheese or parmesan cheese + extra bacon. I’m having leftovers for lunch today and it is better the second time around.
This chowder is amazing! Simple to make and delicious. My hubby and kiddos all gobbled it up. I’m definitely adding this to my Meatless Monday rotation. I love cauliflower and this recipe does it justice. Thanks and I love your site!
Just wanted to thank you for the delicious recipe! Due to allergies, I made the following substitutions: coconut milk, earth balance soy/dairy-free spread, and GF flour mix. Also used the immersion blender to make it creamier. It was perfect!! So flavorful and easy to make – a definite keeper! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Hi- This soup looks so yummy! Can I make this soup ahead of time and reheat it?
Thanks for sharing!
Yes, absolutely!
I tried this recipe tonight and it was delicious! I didn’t have 2% milk, so I used half 1% milk and some leftover half and half that I had from something else. It was great!
Do you have the brand of that pot that you used? It looks pretty awesome. I’ve seen it in a few of your recipes and I really want to get one! 🙂
Yes, it is Le Creuset.
You are AWESOME!!!! I have gone through your site and planned my next 3 weeks of meals!!! Everything is AMAZING, easy, and low maintenance. Great Job and Keep it UP.
Thanks for this recipe. I have placed it on my menu planner for next Monday night. Can’t wait to try it. I just recently found your website and have already tried three recipes, and have more planned. My husband & I have been eating healthier this year and your recipes are delicious. Thanks again. Keep them coming!