1 large head cauliflower (3 pounds), cut into flowerets (10 cups)
1 large onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, each halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup water
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Recipe
1. Heat oven to 400 degrees F. In large roasting pan, toss cauliflower, onion slices and garlic with olive oil.
2. Roast in 400 degree F oven for 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes.
3. In large saucepan, combine roasted cauliflower mixture, chicken broth, water, bay leaf and thyme. Cover; bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20 minutes.
4. Discard bay leaf. In blender or food processor, puree soup in batches. Return soup to saucepan. Stir in half-and-half, salt and pepper; gently heat. Makes 8 servings.