The best meals are usually the simplest ones. This is a simple recipe for a quick, hearty meal. It’s helped me through many a cold winter’s day. Potatoes can be substituted for the cauliflower, just add a couple of extra cups of water and you’re good to go. Though I don’t have kids to test it on, I’d imagine as a child I would’ve been all over this. You could easily throw it in the blender to make an even creamier soup so the kids can’t pick out the carrots and celery.

Cauliflower Cheese Soup

1 large cauliflower, chopped into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 large, peeled carrots, sliced thin
4 stalks celery (with leaves), chopped
4 cups water
4 cups half and half cream
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cheddar cheese soup
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded cheese, to sprinkle on top

Directions
1. In a large stock pot add water, cauliflower, onion, carrots, and celery. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.
2. Mash with a potato masher (including cooking water), and add butter and cream.
3. Gradually bring mixture to a simmer. Add condensed cheese soup and blend. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover with shredded cheese and serve while hot. Serves 8.