Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Chowder

Ingredients (14)

• 1 large head of cauliflower,
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion,
• 2 carrots,
• 2 celery stalks,
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour,
• 30 ounces vegetable broth
• 1 1/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese,
• Salt and black pepper,