Panera Copycat Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

Panera Copycat Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 bunches broccoli; cut into small florets
• 1/2 medium onion; chopped
• 2 carrots; julienned (about 1 cup)
• 1/4 cup butter; melted
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups half and half
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese; shredded
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
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• Directions

1.     Saute onion in 1 tbsp of melted butter until transparent.

2.     In a separate pot, make a roux using remainder of melted butter and 1/4 cup flour. Cook approx. 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk.

3.     Slowly add in half and half, continue stirring.

4.     Add in chicken stock, stir and let simmer for 20 minutes.

5.     Add in broccoli florets, carrots and sauteed onions. Let cook for another 25 minutes over low heat.

6.     Stir in cheese until melted, add nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste.

7.     ENJOY!!

If you like a smoother soup without chunks of veggies, pour small batches in blender after step 5 (before adding cheese) or use an immersion hand blender until desired consistency is reached. Transfer back in pot and add cheese, nutmeg and salt/pepper to taste.

 

Source: via  http://www.mommymusings.com/panera-copycat-broccoli-cheddar-soup-recipe/