INGREDIENTS
3 tbsp
butter, (divided)
4
slices bacon, (diced)
1
yellow onion, (diced)
2
to 3 large carrots, (cut into 1/8-inch rounds)
1
head (about 1 to 1.5 pounds) cauliflower (cut up into florets)
3 cloves
garlic, (minced)
1/2 tsp
dried thyme
1/2 tsp
chili powder
1/4 cup
chopped fresh parsley
salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
4 cups
low sodium chicken broth, (you can also use vegetable broth, bone broth, beef broth, etc...)
1 cup
heavy cream
1 cup
shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp
ground nutmeg
1/4 cup
shredded cheddar cheese, (for garnish, optional)
1 tsp
dried chives, (for garnish, optional)