Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup
Craving a bowl of creamy Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup? Make this Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium onion diced
- 2-3 teaspoons garlic powder
- 4 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 large carrots julienned
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and light gold. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add flour and whisk until the flour begins to turn golden in color. Pour in the chicken stock, broccoli florets, carrots, and seasoning. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes until the broccoli and carrots are cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with a crusty French bread and enjoy!