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Basil Pesto Cauliflower Soup

Creamy cauliflower soup with bright and colorful basil pesto.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cauliflower head chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp basil pesto
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Saute the onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
  2. Add the cauliflower and broth and simmer 18 minutes until tender.
  3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in the cream and season with salt.
  5. Ladle into bowls and swirl a spoonful of basil pesto into each.

Notes

A handful of toasted pine nuts on top adds a lovely crunch.