Description

This soup is perfect for a light lunch or as a starter before dinner. It's rich, delicious, satisfying and easy and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

• 1/3 c. thinly sliced green onions, tops only
• 2 T. butter
• 2 T. all-purpose flour
• 1/2 t. salt
• 2 c. vegetable (or chicken) broth/stock
• 2 - 1/4 c. frozen cauliflower, thawed and chopped
• 2 c. 1% or regular milk
• 1-1/2 c. freshly shredded reduced-fat or regular Cheddar cheese
• 2 T. dry sherry, optional
• 1 T. minced chives, for serving

Steps

1. In a saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually add chicken broth; bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat.
2. Add cauliflower; simmer 2 minutes. Add the milk and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in sherry, if using.
3. Serve, garnished with chives.