Creamy Cauliflower Soup - Ww Friendly

Description: From Weight Watchers, "Make it in Minutes". Very tasty and very easy to make! I have made it with both fat-free & regular half & half. Works well with either.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 leeks, chopped, white portion, substitute 1 1/2 C onions
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 6 cups chicken broth, reduced sodium
• 32 ounces cauliflower, frozen
• 1/2 cup half-and-half, sub. fat free
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly ground
• salt
• pepper
• cheddar cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

1. Clean and chop the leeks and celery.
2. Heat oil in a large nonstick sauce pan, over medium heat.
3. Add the leeks and celery, stir frequently, cook until softened, not browned, about 4 minutes.
4. Add the broth and cauliflower, bring to boil. Cover and simmer until the cauliflower is tender, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. In batches or with a blender stick, puree to desired texture. You may want to spoon out and reserve some cauliflower pieces for added texture.
6. Stir in half & half and nutmeg and blend.
7. Top with grated cheddar cheese.