Creamy Cauliflower Soup

This cauliflower soup is creamy and filling. Serve with a fresh salad and call it delish! Takes about 30 minutes start to finish!



 1 head of Cauliflower chopped...
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 sweet onion chopped
2 fresh garlic cloves
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp whole wheat flour
3 1/2 cups of fresh chicken stock
2 bay leaves
1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
1/2 cup organic half and half (or milk)
1/2 cup fresh shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Bacon and parsley for garnish

1. Warm butter and oil. Add cauliflower, celery, onion and garlic and cook till slightly browned.
2. Add flour and mix with vegetables.
3. Slowly stir in stock, thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a slow boil.
4. Add half and half.
5. Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes on medium.
6. Optional-with a immersion blender, purée soup in pot.
7. Before serving, whisk in cheese.
8. Top with fresh cooked bacon and chopped fresh parsley.