Keto Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients:

• 6 slices bacon, diced

• ½ medium onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 4 ounces cream cheese

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar, divided

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon cracked pepper

• Green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

• Set the Instant Pot to saute and add the bacon to the pot. Cook until crisp and then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel lined plate to drain.

• Add the onion to the bacon grease and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the onions have softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.

• Add the chicken broth to the pot and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the cauliflower to the pot.

• Place the lid on the pot and set to the sealing position. Set the Instant Pot to manual and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.

• Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick release.

• Use an immersion blender to puree the cauliflower. Alternately, carefully transfer the hot soup to a blender and blend until smooth, working in batches if needed.

• Warm the cream cheese in the microwave until it’s very soft and nearly melted. Stir in the cauliflower until smooth. Add the cream and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese and continue stirring until smooth and creamy.

• Add salt and pepper, taste, and adjust seasonings if needed.

• Ladle into serving bowls and top with the cooked bacon, remaining cheddar, and green onions.

(source: https://thatlowcarblife.com/instant-pot-cauliflower-soup/)