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Cream of Cauliflower Soup with Kesar

Cream of Cauliflower Soup with Kesar

Ingredients  Ingredients

2 cups water
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon coarsely crumbled saffron thread
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 lbs cauliflower, cut into 1/2 to 3/4 inch pieces
3/4 cup half-and-half
Thinly sliced fresh chives

Method  Method

Combine 2 cups water and 2 cups low-salt chicken broth in medium saucepan. Bring mixture just to simmer. Remove from heat.

Add saffron threads. Cover and steep 20 minutes.

Melt 3 tablespoons butter in heavy medium pot over medium-low heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until very tender but not brown, about 10 minutes. Add cauliflower pieces; stir to coat.

Add saffron broth. Bring to simmer over high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until cauliflower pieces are tender, about 20 minutes.

Working in batches, puree cauliflower mixture in food processor until smooth. Transfer cauliflower puree to large saucepan. Stir in half and half and bring to simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with sliced fresh chives and serve.