Description
Homemade Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, bringing creamy, cheesy goodness to your table. Packed with fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar, this delightful soup offers a symphony of flavors that warm you from the inside out. Perfect for chilly nights or cozy family gatherings, each spoonful promises heartwarming satisfaction. Whip it up in no time and enjoy a café favorite right at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and carrots; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in broccoli florets and sauté for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth but leave some chunks for texture.
- Return to low heat; stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 378
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 704mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 73mg