Better Than Panera Cheddar and Broccoli Soup
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Better Than Panera Cheddar and Broccoli Soup
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If you are obsessed with the Broccoli Cheese Soup at Panera Bread, this is the recipe for you! It's made from scratch with REAL actual cheddar cheese and lots of veggies, and it's incredibly satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon salted butter divided
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups half-and-half or whole milk
- 2 cups chicken broth plus up to 2 cups additional, if desired for a thinner soup
- 1/2 pound fresh broccoli about 3 cups, chopped into small pieces
- 1 cup grated carrot 1-2 carrots depending on size
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 8 ounces freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese about 2 cups
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then sauté the onion for 5-7 minutes until lightly caramelized. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Melt the remaining butter in the same pan, then whisk in the flour. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the half-and-half or whole milk. The mixture will thicken quickly. Whisk in the chicken broth, then bring to a simmer.
- Add the broccoli, grated carrots, and reserved onions, then season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove 1-2 cups of the vegetable chunks and transfer to a blender. Cover the blender with a towel and blend to break up the chunks. Return to the pot of soup and stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- Recipe from The Fresh Cooky.
- Leftover soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days and reheated in the microwave.
- This recipe is on page 96 of my cookbook, House of Nash Eats Everyday!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
373kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
19g
(95%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
90mg
(30%)
Sodium
1037mg
(43%)
Potassium
415mg
(12%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
4702IU
(94%)
Vitamin C
42mg
(47%)
Calcium
393mg
(39%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 373 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 373kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1037mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 415mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 4702IU | 94% |
| Vitamin C | 42mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 393mg | 39% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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