Description
Ultimate Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a comforting classic that brings warmth and joy to any meal. This creamy, cheesy delight features fresh broccoli and aromatic flavors, making it a perfect dish for chilly days or gatherings with loved ones. Quick to prepare and endlessly satisfying, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces, dice onion, mince garlic, and shred carrots.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and add onions. Cook until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic.
- Add vegetables: Stir in carrots and broccoli; cook for 3-4 minutes until vibrant green.
- Create base: Sprinkle flour over veggies, stirring continuously. Gradually whisk in vegetable broth to avoid lumps.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Add cream and cheese: Lower heat and mix in heavy cream followed by cheddar cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg