Cauliflower Soup with Ham and Cheese
This Cauliflower Soup with Ham and Cheese is super creamy and perfect for a cold night. It’s also a great way to use up leftover ham!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 568kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 lbs. chopped cauliflower florets
- 3 cups medium shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cubed, cooked ham
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 30-60 seconds longer. Slowly whisk in the milk and the broth. Add the salt. Bring to a light simmer, then add the cauliflower.
- Cover the pot and cook until the cauliflower is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Working in batches, transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Return to the soup pot.
- Stir in the cheese and stir until the cheese is melted. Stir in the ham and heat until the ham is heated through, then serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should only be used as a general guideline.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 of recipe | Calories: 568kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 1519mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g