Weight Loss Creamy Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup

 

INGREDIENTS :

• 1 head cauliflower
• 1 head broccoli
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 shallot, thinly sliced
• 2½ cups unsweetened almond milk
• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• black pepper, to taste

PREPARATION :
1. Core and chop the cauliflower and broccoli.
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the cauliflower and broccoli for 8-10 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
3. While the cauliflower and broccoli are cooking, heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the oil, garlic and shallot and cook for 4-6 minutes, or until the shallots are soft.
4. Using either a high-powered blender, or an immersion blender in a large stockpot, blend together the cooked cauliflower, broccoli, shallot mixture, milk and cheese.
5. Blend on high until smooth, and season with salt and black pepper