Cauliflower, Almond and Manchego Soup • St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

Ingredients

• ¼ lbs butter
• ½ yellow onion sliced
• 4 ribs of celery, chopped
• 2 heads of cauliflower cut into florets (approx. 8 cups)
• 1/2 cup of white wine
• 1-pint whole milk
• 3 cups of vegetable stock
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ cup of toasted almonds, plus extra for garnish
• 2 cups of grated manchego, plus extra for garnish
• Salt to taste
• Smoked paprika, pinch for garnish