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Keto Loaded Cauliflower Soup

This soup is a creamy blend of cauliflower, bacon, cheddar cheese, and garlic simmered in broth and finished with cream. It delivers rich flavor and a smooth texture while staying low in carbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower chopped into florets
  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • immersion blender
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. First, place a large pot over medium heat and cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
  2. Next, add the diced onion to the pot and cook until soft and lightly golden.
  3. Then, stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. After that, add the cauliflower florets and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce the heat and simmer until the cauliflower is very tender.
  6. Next, blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
  7. Then, stir in the heavy cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Finally, ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy bacon and green onions.

Notes

The soup thickens as it cools and can be thinned with extra broth when reheating.