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Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup is a favorite and this copycat is spot on.

Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 325 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1/2 medium chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 pound fresh broccoli chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 1 cup carrot julienned
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper
  • crusty bread

Instructions

  1. Saute onion in butter. Set aside.
  2. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and add the half & half. Add the chicken stock. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add the broccoli, carrots and onions.
  3. Cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.
  4. Add salt and pepper. It can be pureed in a blender but I don't. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.
  5. Serve with crusty bread and Enjoy :).