This hearty and flavorful Cauliflower Leek and Potato Soup is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings this winter. As the chill of winter settles in, there's nothing quite as comforting and nourishing as a bowl of homemade soup. This soup is super easy to make and is sure to become a staple in your winter recipe box.
Start by washing your vegetables. Mince your 6 cloves of garlic. Remove the tops from the leeks and cut the leeks into thin rounds. Cut the head of cauliflower into small, bite-sized pieces. Peel the potatoes and cut them into ¼-½ inch chunks.
Heat a stock pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook through. Remove to a plate lined with a paper towel. Leave the bacon grease in the pot!
4 slices bacon
In the pot that you just cooked the bacon, add the minced garlic and cut leeks. Cook until the leeks become translucent and are cooked through, stirring constantly.
6 cloves garlic, 2 leeks
Add the chicken stock, cauliflower and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook until the cauliflower begins to soften, continuing to stir often throughout the cooking process.
4 c chicken stock, 1 medium head cauliflower, 2 teaspoon italian seasoning
Once the cauliflower has began to soften, take your immersion blender and blend the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, if you do not have an immersion blender, you can transfer in batches to a blender and blend until smooth before pouring back into your pot.
Add the potatoes and corn to the mixture. Continue to cook and mix until the potatoes become tender. You can test by inserting a fork into the potato. Salt and pepper to taste.
4 russet potatoes, 1 can corn, salt and pepper
When serving, crumble the bacon that you removed at the beginning and sprinkle over the top along with other garnishes such as cheddar cheese, green onions, or croutons.
cheddar cheese, green onions, croutons, 4 slices bacon
Notes
Storage: Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.