# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
02 - 1 medium head broccoli, cut into florets
03 - 1 medium onion, diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - 2 medium carrots, diced
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Liquids
07 - 4 cups vegetable broth
08 - 1 cup milk or unsweetened plant-based milk
→ Spices & Seasoning
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Croutons
13 - 2 cups cubed crusty bread
14 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
15 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
16 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Toppings
17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
18 - Grated Parmesan or vegetarian hard cheese
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss bread cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside.
02 - In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Add minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in cauliflower and broccoli florets. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 to 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
06 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth and creamy, or carefully blend in batches using a stand blender.
07 - Stir in milk and season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently reheat if needed.
08 - Ladle soup into bowls and top with croutons, fresh parsley, and cheese if desired. Serve hot.
