Creamy Cauliflower & Gorgonzola Soup (Easy Vegetarian Recipe)

Preparation time: 10-15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 4

Description

Discover this easy-to-make, creamy vegetarian soup featuring tender cauliflower and the rich, distinct flavor of Gorgonzola cheese, with a hint of mustard. This comforting recipe is sure to impress, even those who dislike blue cheese.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon plain flour
  • 284ml (0.5 pint) vegetable stock
  • 284ml (0.5 pint) milk
  • 1 medium cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • 160g (5.5oz) gorgonzola cheese, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon wholegrain mustard
  • salt and black pepper

Method

Heat the oil in a pan and fry the onions until softened (try not to let them colour).
Add the flour then cook for a further minute. Gradually add the stock and the milk, stirring all the time. Add the cauliflower and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for approx 20 minutes until the cauliflower is tender. Remove from the heat and add the cheese, stirring until it has melted. Blend until smooth. Return to the pan and heat gently, season with salt and pepper, then stir in the mustard. Serve straightaway.

Can be refrigerated or frozen. Allow to defrost thoroughly before reheating.

Tags

Soup  · Starter  · Cheese  · Cauliflower  · Gorgonzola  · Creamy  · Mustard  · Easy

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