Ingredients
5
cups small cauliflower florets (about 1 head)
1/2
cup chopped onion
2
teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2
cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4
teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4
teaspoon pepper
2
cups shredded American cheese (8 oz)
1/2
cup heavy whipping cream
Chopped cooked bacon and sliced green onions, if desired
Preparation
In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix cauliflower, onion, garlic, chicken broth, thyme and pepper.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 5 1/2 hours or on High heat setting 3 to 3 1/2 hours or until cauliflower is tender. Carefully transfer to blender; blend until pureed and smooth. Return to slow cooker.
Stir in cheese. Cover and continue cooking 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted; stir in whipping cream. Garnish with bacon and onion.
