For a vegetarian option, omit the pancetta and use vegetable stock. To enhance the roasted flavor, consider broiling the cauliflower for the last few minutes of roasting. A sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives adds a vibrant finish to the soup.
Roasted Cauliflower and Pancetta Soup
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS25
Experience the comforting warmth of our Roasted Cauliflower and Pancetta Soup, where the earthy sweetness of cauliflower meets the rich, savory depths of pancetta. Enhanced with aromatic herbs and a touch of turmeric, finished with sharp cheddar, this creamy soup is a culinary hug in a bowl.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate12 g
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Cholesterol51 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat11 g
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Sodium853 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
02
StepArrange cauliflower tightly into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Pour melted butter over cauliflower and lightly season with salt and pepper. Place garlic cloves into the cauliflower.
03
StepRoast in the preheated oven until cauliflower is tender and browned, about 30 minutes.
04
StepHeat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir pancetta in the hot oil until browned and crisp, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer pancetta to paper towel-lined bowl, reserving pancetta drippings in the skillet.
05
StepCook and stir onion in the pancetta drippings until tender, about 5 minutes. Mix thyme, rosemary, and turmeric into onion.
06
StepPour chicken stock over onion mixture and bring to a boil. Add cauliflower and garlic to chicken stock. Reduce heat to medium and simmer soup until cauliflower is very soft, about 15 minutes. Stir pancetta into soup.
07
StepBlend soup using an immersion blender until completely smooth. Stir Cheddar cheese, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time, into soup until melted.
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Bessie Franey
Jun 22, 2025The thyme and rosemary really make this soup special.
Selena Goldner
Jun 19, 2025I didn't have pancetta, so I used bacon and it was still delicious.
Myrtice Willms
May 13, 2025My kids even loved it! A great way to get them to eat their vegetables.
Elvera Smith
May 2, 2025I added a little bit of cream cheese for extra creaminess and it was divine.
Cedrick Blanda
Apr 26, 2025I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly.
Vinnie Ruecker
Apr 26, 2025I love the tip about roasting the garlic with the cauliflower. It makes a big difference!
Rocio Crona
Apr 15, 2025This soup is amazing! The roasted cauliflower adds such a depth of flavor.
Kole Strosin
Mar 22, 2025This is my new go-to soup recipe for fall!
Otilia Bruen
Mar 15, 2025I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. So easy and impressive!