How to Grow Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup in 5 Steps
This recipe shows you how to make a copycat version of Panera Bread's popular Broccoli Cheddar Soup in just five easy steps. It's a comforting and cheesy soup perfect for a cozy meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Dutch Oven
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, creating a roux. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
- Add the broccoli florets and grated carrots to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth, taking care not to boil.
- Season with Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot with your favorite bread or crackers.
Notes
For a smoother soup, you can blend a portion of it with an immersion blender before adding the cheese. You can also adjust the consistency by adding more broth or milk as desired.