One Pot Cauliflower Chowder | Food Stuff

Ingredients

• 3-4 slices of bacon, chopped in small pieces
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 head cauliflower, chopped
• 2 stalks of celery, diced
• Grated Cheddar Cheese for serving, if desired
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 tablespoons flour
• fresh parsley for garnish
• 2 teaspoons garlic
• 3 cups low fat milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt
• pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced