Over high heat, render the fat from the bacon until halfway cooked and add onion, celery, and carrots.
Cook over medium heat from 4 minutes and then toss in cauliflower. Saute for 4 more minutes and quickly add broth of your choice.
Simmer until cauliflower is tender. Blend (using a regular blender or an immersion blender) until smooth.
Strain into new pot and add cream. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve alongside crusty bread or garnish with cheese. M. made a garnish of finely chopped apples and onions, cooked down to a sweet chutney-like texture.