Ultimate Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Indulge in a warm bowl of creamy broccoli cheddar soup that brings café comfort right to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- 1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about five minutes.
- 2. Add Broccoli and Carrots: Stir in the chopped broccoli florets and shredded carrots. Cook for another five minutes until slightly softened.
- 3. Make the Roux: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring well to coat. Cook for about two minutes to create a thickening base.
- 4. Pour in Vegetable Broth: Gradually add vegetable broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle boil.
- 5. Add Cream and Cheese: Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and grated sharp cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- 6. Season to Taste: Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg