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Delicious Cauliflower and Potato Chowder Recipe

This creamy cauliflower and potato chowder is not only comforting but also packed with flavor. Follow these simple steps to create a dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 celery stalks, thinly sliced
• 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons chopped thyme
• 2½ teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt (or 1½ teaspoons Morton kosher salt)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 small head of cauliflower (about 1 lb.), trimmed and cut into small florets
• 8 baby Yukon Gold potatoes (about 10 oz.), scrubbed and cut into eighths
• 1½ cups heavy cream
• 5 cups water
• 2 additional tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups oyster crackers
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tablespoons white or yellow miso
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• Finely chopped chives or scallions, for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics

In a medium Dutch oven or similar heavy pot, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Incorporate 1 large onion, finely chopped, along with 4 celery stalks, thinly sliced, and 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped. Add in 2 teaspoons of chopped thyme and 2½ teaspoons of kosher salt. Stir the mixture periodically until the onion becomes translucent and the celery is tender, which should take around 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 2: Combine the Vegetables

Next, sprinkle ¼ cup of all-purpose flour over the onion mixture and stir for about one minute to toast the flour lightly. Introduce 1 small head of cauliflower (cut into small florets) and 8 baby Yukon Gold potatoes (sliced into eighths) to the pot. Pour in 1½ cups of heavy cream and 5 cups of water. Increase the heat to a simmer and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower and potatoes are soft and the soup has thickened slightly, which should take approximately 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare the Crackers

While the chowder simmers, heat another 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups of oyster crackers and cook them, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown in spots, which should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning, tossing the crackers to ensure they are evenly coated.

Step 4: Incorporate the Miso

To enhance the chowder, mix 2 tablespoons of white or yellow miso with a few spoonfuls of the chowder in a small bowl until it dissolves. Stir the miso mixture back into the pot of chowder. Remove the pot from heat and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and freshly ground pepper as needed. If the chowder is too thick, add a splash of hot water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 5: Serve the Chowder

Finally, ladle the chowder into bowls. Each serving can be topped with a handful of seasoned crackers and garnished with finely chopped chives or scallions. Serve alongside lemon wedges for an added zest.

This chowder makes for a hearty meal, perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave comfort food. Enjoy your delicious creation!

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