Easy Dinner

Roasted Cauliflower Soup

Serves 4

Roasted Cauliflower Soup

Serves 4

Warm, comforting, and oh-so-creamy - this roasted cauliflower soup is the ultimate cosy bowl for chilly nights. Golden, caramelised cauliflower meets tender potato and a hint of garlic, all slow-cooked to perfection in the Cuisinart Gourmet Pro and Cook Central 3-in-1. A quick roast in the oven brings out that nutty depth of flavour, while the slow simmer

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 large potato, peeled and diced (adds creaminess) 4 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
  • 1 cup milk or cream (optional for extra richness) 1 tsp ground cumin (optional for warmth)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Fresh parsley or chives, to garnish

Preparation

  1. Set the Cuisinart Gourmet Pro oven to convection bake on 180°C.
  2. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking tray and roast for 20-25 mins, turning halfway, until golden and slightly caramelised.
  3. Transfer roasted cauliflower to the slow cooker.
  4. Add onion, garlic, potato, cumin (if using), and stock.
  5. Cook on Low for 5–6 hrs or High for 3–4 hrs, until potato and cauliflower are very tender.
  6. Use a stick blender directly in the slow cooker to blend the soup then, stir in milk or cream (if using) and season to taste.
  7. Warm through for 5 more minutes if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with chopped parsley or chives.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with pine nuts and paprika, or add a swirl of cream for presentation.