Cream of Cauliflower Soup

Cream of Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions (tops only)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2-1/4 cups frozen cauliflower, thawed and chopped
  • 2 cups 1% milk
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry, optional
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives

Directions

  1. 1

    In a saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat.

  2. 2

    Add cauliflower; simmer for 2 minutes. Add the milk and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in sherry if desired. Garnish with chives.