Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Chowder - Food Gardening Network

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, coarsely chopped
• 1 head garlic, top cut off
• 1 large shallot, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 (15-ounce) cans vegetable broth
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, for garnish (optional)
• Saltine crackers, for garnish