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Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup is for Soup.

Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup takes several minutes to prepare.

Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup takes several minutes to cook.

Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup makes 8 servings.

The ingredients for Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup are:

* 2 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil
* 2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed
* 4 cup(s) (from 1 medium head) chopped cauliflower florets
* 2 1/2 cup(s) low-fat milk, divided
* 2 cup(s) water
* 1 bay leaf
* 1 teaspoon(s) salt
* 1/2 teaspoon(s) white or black pepper
* 3 tablespoon(s) all-purpose flour
* 1 1/2 cup(s) extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
* 1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice

Here is how you make Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup:

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring, until very soft, about 5 minutes. Add cauliflower, 2 cups milk, water, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is soft, about 8 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 1/2 cup milk and flour in a small bowl. When the cauliflower is soft, remove the bay leaf and stir in the milk mixture. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until the soup has thickened slightly, about 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese and lemon juice. Carb Servings: 1 vegetable, 1/2 low-fat milk, 1 high-fat meat. Carbohydrate Servings: 1. Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (45% daily value), Calcium (27% dv), Vitamin A (15% dv).makes 8, 1 cup servings. Don't be fooled a cup goes a long way.Number of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user IMRIVEN.

The nutritional information for Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 8
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 188.5

• Total Fat: 10.5 g
• Cholesterol: 26.3 mg
• Sodium: 177.5 mg
• Total Carbs: 14.8 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.4 g
• Protein: 9.1 g

The dietary needs meet for Cheddar Cauliflower and Leek Soup is Vegetarian