Cauliflower & Almond Soup

Almonds are one of the healthiest nuts.  They help reduce cholesterol, improve memory, nourish the skin & reduce signs of aging, & help control blood sugar.  All that & they can be easily added to soups, salads & main courses.

Here's one of my favorite soup recipes.

Ingredients:
-1/4 cup olive oil
-1 1/2 cups sliced almonds
-1 medium onion, chopped
-1 head of cauliflower
-2 tsp cumin
-2 tsp coriander
-1/2 tsp red chili pepper flakes
-3 cloves garlic
-1/4 cup lemon juice
-1TBS salt

Steps:
1) In large pot, cook oil, almonds, spices & garlic over medium heat for several minutes, stirring well

2) Add onion & cauliflower to pot, stirring until  cauliflower starts to soften

3) Add 7 cups of water & salt & bring to a boil

4) Cover, reduce heat to medium & cook until tender (about 20 minutes)

5) Remove from heat & puree in blender (may take several batches)

6) Return to pot & add lemon juice

​7) Season with salt & pepper & serve