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Ingredients
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1 head cauliflower, chopped
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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1 leek, chopped
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1 yellow onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 baking potato, thinly sliced
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¼ cup dry sherry
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1 teaspoon white pepper
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ cup milk
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½ cup heavy cream
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3 ounces Stilton cheese
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¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
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Separate 3/4 cup of cauliflower florets and place them in a pan of boiling water. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes, then rinse under cold water and set aside for garnish.
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Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add celery, leek, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, remaining cauliflower, potato, and sherry. Bring to a boil; simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until potatoes and cauliflower are tender. Remove from heat.
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Purée cauliflower mixture in batches using a food processor or blender; transfer to a soup pot over medium-low heat. Season with white pepper, black pepper, and salt. Stir in milk and cream, then crumble in Stilton cheese. Heat through, but do not boil.
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Ladle into bowls, and garnish with reserved cauliflower pieces and chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
238 | Calories |
15g | Fat |
20g | Carbs |
8g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 238 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 15g | 19% |
Saturated Fat 8g | 39% |
Cholesterol 41mg | 14% |
Sodium 1031mg | 45% |
Total Carbohydrate 20g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
Total Sugars 6g | |
Protein 8g | 16% |
Vitamin C 59mg | 66% |
Calcium 166mg | 13% |
Iron 2mg | 8% |
Potassium 655mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.