Broccoli Cauliflower Soup with Bacon
Broccoli Cauliflower Soup with Bacon - A super nutritious, filling and delicious soup ready in 15 minutes! Filled with veggies and an incredible cheesy flavor, this low-carb broccoli-bacon cauliflower soup is a healthy comfort food at its best.
- Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup of water
- ½ pound of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 pound sausage, sliced and quartered
- 2 tablespoon of butter
- ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 cup of chicken bone broth
- ¼ teaspoon of thyme
- ¼ teaspoon of marjoram
- 1 ½ pound cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 5 slices of crispy cooked unsweetened bacon and chopped
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- olive oil
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
First, in a small container, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, mustard seeds, marjoram, thyme.
Then, in a saucepan, pour the chicken broth then cover and bring to a boil. Add the cauliflower and broccoli. Season with a little salt and ground black pepper. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes. Put aside.
In a large skillet with olive oil, brown the sausages. Put aside.
In the same saucepan over low heat, pour the cream and water. Add the butter and stir until the butter is melted. Add cheese and stir slowly until melted.
Add the cooked sausages and season with half the mixed spices and herbs.
Stir in the cooked broccoli, cauliflower and broth. Add the remaining mixed spices and herbs. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Mix well. Cover and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer to a serving bowl and top with bacon.
Serve and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use double the broth, cream, and water for a thinner soup that serves ten better.
