Copycat Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup: The Best Comfort Dish
A creamy and delicious copycat recipe of Panera Bread’s Broccoli Cheddar Soup, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and carrots, sauté until softened.
- Stir in flour to create a roux, cooking for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring continuously until thickened.
- Add broccoli, salt, and pepper; simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Stir in cream and cheddar cheese, cook until cheese is melted and smooth.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic or a dash of nutmeg.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Copycat Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup