Lunche for 4
Buffalo Cheddar Cauliflower Soup
$9.22for 460 minServes 4
Roast cauliflower and garlic, then blend them with broth, buffalo sauce, and cheddar for a smooth, spicy soup.

Photo: ambitiouskitchen.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cauliflower, 1$3.29 each typical | 1 | $3.29Typical price | |
| Garlic, 1$0.75 each typical | 1 | $0.75Typical price | |
| Onions, 0.4 lb$1.29/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.52Typical price | |
| Broth, 25 oz$0.07/oz typical | 25 oz | $1.74Typical price | |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese, 5 oz$0.30/oz typical | 5 oz | $1.50Typical price | |
| Green onions, 0.25$1.19 each typical | 0.25 | $0.25Typical price | |
| Mint, 0.25$1.99 each typical | 0.25 | $0.50Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $9.22 | ||
Swaps
- Swap onions for red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Swap cheddar and shredded cheese for mozzarellaabout the same price
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepperRelish, dressings, steak sauce
Not included in the cost.
- 60 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianLow-carbBudgetLunchesGame dayBack to schoolCold-weather comfortWinter
Typical price
$2.31 per serving$9.22 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- freshly ground salt and pepper
- 1 head garlic
- 1 yellow onion
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp salt (optional)
- freshly ground black pepper
- 2/7 cups mild or medium buffalo sauce
- 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese
- extra shredded cheddar on top
- 1 1/2 scallions
- chopped chives
- buffalo sauce (optional)
Steps
- Heat the oven to 425 F.
- Cut the cauliflower and onion, separate the garlic cloves, and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large baking sheet.
- Roast the vegetables for 25 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
- Simmer the roasted vegetables and vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then stir in the buffalo sauce and shredded cheddar.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, adjust the salt and pepper, and top with scallions, chives, and extra buffalo sauce or cheddar.
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