And what’s better than in-season cauliflower? You might even find yourself taking a beautiful head home from the farmers market when it’s not on your list. Here’s a healthy, delicious cauliflower soup without butter or milk. Trust us: You won’t even notice they’re gone. This soup is as silky as it is satisfying, and it will easily become a go-to cold weather recipe. Not only is it healthy, but it only takes an hour to make and requires just a few ingredients. As an added yum factor, try topping the soup with crispy prosciutto and scallions. Or if you’re a vegetarian, roasted Brussels sprouts are a great alternative, too.

What You’ll Need

1 large head of cauliflower1 Vidalia onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, chopped3 large Yukon potatoes (washed and unpeeled)32 ounces vegetable stock2 tablespoons olive oil4 sprigs of thymePinch of red pepper flakesSalt and pepperBrussels sprouts or prosciutto for topping (optional)

Here’s What to Do