Cauliflower and Cumin Soup With Feta and Thyme Bruschettas

Submitted by hectorthebat

"Cauliflower and Cumin Soup with Feta and Thyme Bruschettas"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 15 g butter
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 leek
• 2 carrots
• 3 sprigs thyme
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 cauliflower
• 1 1⁄2 liters vegetable stock
• 1 baguette
• 100 g feta
• 2 tablespoons sour cream

directions

1. Preheat the grill to high. Melt the butter with 1tbsp of oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the leeks, carrots, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
2. Add the garlic and cumin and cook for 2 minutes, then add the cauliflower and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour over the hot stock, cover and bring to the boil. Remove the lied and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cut the baguette at an angle into 12 thin slices, drizzle with the remaining oil and sprinkle with salt. Grill for 1-2 minutes until golden, turn over, and crumble the feta on top. Grill for 2-3 minutes more, until golden. Remove and garnish with thyme leaves.
4. Blitz the soup until very smooth and season. Serve in warmed bowls with a swirl of soured cream and the bruschettas on the side.