Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Homemade Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup, a perfect blend of fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese in a rich, velvety broth. This comforting soup warms you from the inside out, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare and deeply satisfying, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Nutritional yeast (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the broccoli into bite-sized florets, dicing the onion finely, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in vegetable broth until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Add chopped broccoli and cook until tender (about 10-12 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete meal experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 65mg