Bacon Cauliflower Chowder

INGREDIENTS

4 

slices bacon, cut into 1" pieces

1 

medium yellow onion, chopped

2 

medium carrots, peeled and chopped

2 

stalks celery, chopped

kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

2 

cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp. 

flour

2 

sprigs thyme, stripped and chopped

1 

head cauliflower, cut into small florets

1 qt. 

vegetable broth

1 c. 

whole milk

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate and drain all but 2 tablespoons of fat.
2. To pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook 2 minutes more. Add thyme and cauliflower.
3. Pour in broth and milk and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat and simmer until cauliflower is fork tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Garnish with cooked bacon before serving. 

https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a50672/cauliflower-chowder-recipe/