Spring white soup warms without oil or dairy.
Prepare leeks, shallots, garlic, potatoes, and cauliflower. Add them to a large soup pot.
Pour in veggie broth. Add thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until veggies are tender.
Add cracked pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using) to taste. Remove bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
Using an immersion blender, purée half of the soup, leaving some chunks. This makes a creamy soup without using dairy, oil, or nuts.
Garnish with additional cracked pepper and chopped chives or parsley, if desired.
Serves: 6