Loaded Southwestern Roasted Cauliflower "Bisque"

INGREDIENTS

large Head Cauliflower (– cut into florets (about 2 ½# Head))

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (*)

1 1/2 tsp

Ground Cumin (, divided)

1 tsp

Smoked Paprika (, divided)

1 tsp

Chili Powder (, divided)

1 tsp

Salt (, divided plus more to taste)

1/8 tsp

Pepper (, plus more to taste)

Slices Center Cut Bacon (– diced into ½’’ pieces, or more to taste (OPTIONAL)*)

small Yellow Onion (– roughly diced)

large Jalapeno (– stemmed, partially seeded* and diced)

large cloves Garlic (– finely diced)

Can Cannellini Beans (– rinsed and drained)

4 cups

reduced sodium Chicken or Vegetable Stock

1/2 cup

Half and Half (, or more to taste (Can substitute heavy cream)*)

Optional Garnishes: Sour Cream, Tortilla Strips, Pico, Cilantro, Shredded Cheese, Lime Wedges