- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 spring onions, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- 100g/3½oz cauliflower, cut into florets
- 150ml/5fl oz hot vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp double cream
- 75g/2ž oz cheddar cheese
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the spring onions and garlic until softened.
- Add the cauliflower and the stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, until the cauliflower is cooked.
- Add the cream and the cheddar and stir to combine and allow the cheese to melt.
- Allow to cool slightly, then transfer to a food processor and blend until smooth. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- To serve, pour into a warm bowl.