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Cauliflower Soup with Pecorino Romano and Truffle Oil

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Cauliflower Soup with Pecorino Romano and Truffle Oil

Cauliflower Soup with Pecorino Romano and Truffle Oil

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Equipment

  • - Blender: Essential for pureeing cauliflower and creating a smooth soup base.

  • - Chef's Knife: Used for chopping vegetables such as garlic, onions, or other components of the recipe.

  • - Cutting Board: A must-have kitchen item for preparing ingredients safely and cleanly.

  • - Heavy Saucepan: Used for cooking the soup base at a controlled temperature.

  • - Strainer or Colander: Essential for straining the pureed cauliflower soup to remove any solids.

  • - Tongs: Useful for handling hot ingredients or serving the soup without getting burned.

  • - Whisk: A versatile kitchen tool useful for incorporating air into mixtures.

  • - Soup Ladle: Essential for serving the soup once it's cooked and ready to be enjoyed.

  • - Immersion Blender: For a smoother texture directly in the pot.

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces applewood-smoked bacon (about 2 1/2 slices), chopped

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 3/4 cup chopped celery

  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped

  • 6 cups 1-inch pieces cauliflower (cut from 1 large head)

  • 3 1/2 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth

  • 1 3/4-inch cube Pecorino Romano cheese plus additional cheese shavings for serving

  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

  • White or black truffle oil (for drizzling)

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Sauté bacon in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and some fat renders. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Cover and cook until vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes. Add cauliflower, 3 1/2 cups broth, and cheese cube. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until cauliflower is tender, about 20 minutes.
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Instruction 2

Puree soup in batches in processor. Return to same pan. Add cream and bring soup to simmer. Thin with more broth by 1/4 cupfuls if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly; cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.
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Instruction 3

Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with cheese shavings; drizzle with truffle oil.
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