Slow-Cooker Creamy Cauliflower Soup
“I love indulgent cream soups but not the fat that goes along with them, so I came up with a healthier version. The velvety texture of this cauliflower soup makes it feel so rich, and the spicy kick warms you up in a flash.” —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
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Servings | Prep Time | Cook Time |
14servings | 20minutes | 6hours |
Servings | Prep Time |
14servings | 20minutes |
Cook Time |
6hours |
Ingredients
- 1-3/4 lbs Yukon gold potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 large bay leaf
- 3 tsp dried celery flakes
- 1-1/2 tsp salt
- 1-1/2 tsp adobo seasoning
- 3/4 tsp ground mustard
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 6 cups water
- 3/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
- shredded Cheddar cheese optional topping
- sliced green onions optional topping
- croutons optional topping
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Instructions
- Place first 10 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Add water; sprinkle milk powder over top.
- Cook, covered, on low until cauliflower is very tender, 6-8 hours. Remove bay leaf. Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or, cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to slow cooker and heat through. If desired, serve with toppings.
Recipe Notes