Recipe Name Cauliflower Leek Soup Submitted by tjspeidel
Recipe Description Low carb alternative to Potato Leek Soup.
Quantity 0 Quantity Unit
Prep Time (minutes) 20 Cook Time (minutes) 30 Ready In (minutes) 50
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
2
tablespoonsolive oil, extra virgin
3
tablespoonsunsalted butter, cold
4
leekLeek, white & light green part, sliced
1
head, medium (5-6" dia)Cauliflower, coarsely chopped
3
clovegarlic minced
8
cupsbroth, Vegetable
Steps
Sequence Step
1Melt the oil and butter in a 2qt sauce pan.
2Saute the garlic, leeks and cauliflower for about 10 minutes.
3Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Boil for about 10 minutes.
4Reduce to simmer. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until cauliflower is soft.
5Use an immersion blender or hand mixer to blend the soup to a creamy consistency. * You can use a normal blender, just be sure to use a dish towl to hold the top down on the blender as the heat from the soup will create pressure and it will come off.