Cozy Cauliflower Potage Soup

• 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into large florets

• 1 sweet onion, diced

• 1 tsp. sea salt

• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter

• 4 cups water (approximately)

• 1/4 cup pink lentils

• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

• chives to garnish

• extra virgin olive oil to garnish

Heat a dutch oven over medium heat, add the butter and melt. When melted, add the onion and salt. Cook till softened, about 8 minutes. Add in the remaining ingredients except the chives and olive oil. Ensure that the water falls just below the cauliflower by 1/2 inch. Cover and bring the mixture to boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to simmer and cook till both the cauliflower and lentils are cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and either purée with an immersion blender or a stand blender. adjust the seasoning and consistency if need be. Serve in bowl and drizzle with olive oil and chives. Serves 4-5