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Jamie Oliver Cauliflower Cheese Soup

Jamie Oliver Cauliflower Cheese Soup
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Jamie Oliver Cauliflower Cheese soup is a blended cauliflower base enriched with cheese, garlic, and stock. It captures the flavour of traditional cauliflower cheese but in a lighter, spoonable form that feels both comforting and fresh.

Ingredients

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    • 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

    • 1 onion, finely chopped

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 750 ml vegetable or chicken stock

    • 100 g mature cheddar cheese, grated

    • 50 ml milk or cream

    • Salt and black pepper

    • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

    • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the base

Heat olive oil or butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 2: Add cauliflower and stock

Add the cauliflower florets to the pan and pour over the stock. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until the cauliflower is very tender.

Step 3: Blend until smooth

Remove from heat. Use a hand blender to blend the soup until completely smooth and creamy. If using a countertop blender, allow it to cool slightly first.

Step 4: Add cheese and milk

Return the soup to low heat. Stir in the grated cheddar and milk. Let it gently warm through until the cheese melts completely. Avoid boiling at this stage to prevent splitting.

Step 5: Season and adjust

Add salt, black pepper, and a small pinch of nutmeg if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 6: Serve

Ladle into bowls and top with chopped chives or parsley. Serve warm.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/cauliflower-cheese-soup/