Smoky Cauliflower Lentil Soup Recipe — Bread & Basil

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 large ribs of celery, diced
• 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces and stem roughly chopped
• 8 oz (slightly more than one cup) dry green or red lentils
• 1 quart chicken or vegetable stock, plus additional stock or water for desired texture
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or non-dairy milk
• Salt and pepper, to taste (optional: used smoked salt for an increase in smoky flavor)
• Optional for serving: bread crumbs, croutons</a>, additional olive oil, microgreens, and/or torn parsley