Broccoli-Cheese Soup (Panera Bread Recipe) Recipe

Name: Broccoli-Cheese Soup (Panera Bread Recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion chopped; 10 tablespoons butter melted; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 4 cups half-and-half; 4 cups chicken broth; 16 ounces broccoli coarsely chopped; 2 cups carrots shredded; salt and pepper; 4 cups sharp cheddar grated; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 onion chopped
10 tablespoons butter melted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups half-and-half
4 cups chicken broth
16 ounces broccoli coarsely chopped
2 cups carrots shredded
salt and pepper
4 cups sharp cheddar grated
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1
Saute the onion in 2 tbsp melted butter. Set aside.
2
Using a wire whisk, combine 8 tbsp melted butter and the flour in a large pot over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes.
3
Slowly add the half and half; continue stirring. Add the chicken broth, whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4
Add the broccoli, carrots, and sauteed onion. Cook over low heat until the veggies are tender, about 20 minutes.
5
Add salt and pepper to taste.
6
By now the soup should be thickened. Pour in batches into a blendr an dpuree.
7
Return the puree to the pot and place over low heat. Add the grated cheese dnl stir unti well blended. Stir in nutmeg.

1254

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion chopped, 10 tablespoons butter melted, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 4 cups half-and-half, and more.

Yes, Broccoli-Cheese Soup (Panera Bread Recipe) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Broccoli-Cheese Soup (Panera Bread Recipe)

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