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Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Wisconsin Cheddar + Poblano Pepper

A creamy, cozy cauliflower soup blended until silky smooth, layered with gentle heat from poblano pepper and finished with sharp Wisconsin cheddar. Simple, nourishing, and perfect for an easy weeknight reset.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 poblano pepper, diced
  • 1 large head cauliflower, chopped
  • 3 cups chicken of vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar
  • salt + pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board + knife
  • Immersion blender (or high-speed blender)
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion until soft.
  2. Add garlic and poblano; cook until fragrant.
  3. Add cauliflower and broth. Simmer until cauliflower is tender.
  4. Blend until smooth.
  5. Stir in milk, cheddar, and smoked paprika. Heat gently until creamy.
  6. Season to taste and serve warm.

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