Prep: 40 mins
Cook: 50 mins
6
Creamy cauliflower & chestnut soup
Experience the luxurious taste of creamy cauliflower and chestnut soup. Tender cauliflower florets and hearty chestnuts simmered in a flavorful broth, then blended to silky perfection for a velvety texture. This comforting soup offers a delightful combination of earthy flavors, perfect for warming up on chilly days or enjoying as an elegant starter for a special meal. Savor the richness and warmth of this delicious soup!
500g chestnuts
2 tbs olive oil
2 leeks, trimmed, halved lengthways and thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
750g cauliflower florets (about 1 medium cauliflower)
6 cups chicken stock
Reduced fat sour cream and chopped chives, to serve
STEP 1 Halve chestnuts lengthways through the middle. Place in medium saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to the boil. Gently boil for 15-20 minutes until tender and flesh peels away easily from the shell. Drain. While still warm, remove shell and the papery thin skin. Set peeled chestnuts aside.
STEP 2 Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes or until leeks soften. Add cauliflower and cook, stirring for 3 minutes. Add stock, cover and bring to the boil. Reduce heat, partially cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until cauliflower is tender.
STEP 3 Reserve and roughly chop ½ cup of the chestnuts. Add remaining chestnuts to soup. Cook for 2 minutes. Using a stick blender, blend soup until smooth. Gently heat until hot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle soup into serving bowls. Top with sour cream, chopped reserved chestnuts and chives. Serve.
Nutritional Facts
Cauliflower: High in fiber and vitamins C and K.
Chestnuts: Provide fiber and vitamin C.
Leeks: Rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
Tips and Tricks
- Creamy Cauliflower and Chestnut Soup: Select fresh cauliflower and creamy chestnuts for a velvety soup. Substitute chestnuts with cashews for a different nutty flavor.
