Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Panera Copycat)
About this recipe
This Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a delicious copycat of the beloved Panera version, and it's ready in just 30 minutes! With a rich, creamy base and plenty of cheese, this soup is perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick lunch.
Kristin from Mini Slice of Farm shares her favorite recipe, claiming it's the best she's tried. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple techniques makes this soup a must-try for any broccoli cheddar lover.
Ingredient notes
- For a lighter option, you can substitute half and half with 2 cups of milk and 2 cups of heavy cream.
Tips from Kristin at Mini Slice of farm’s video
- Sauté the onions until they are translucent for about 10 minutes to develop their flavor before adding the garlic and spices.
- When adding the cheese, turn off the heat to prevent it from becoming grainy; the residual heat will melt the cheese perfectly.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe make?
- This recipe yields 4-6 servings.
- What should I do to avoid grainy cheese in the soup?
- Turn off the heat before adding the cheese to prevent it from boiling or simmering, which can cause it to separate.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Kristin at Mini Slice of farm: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Add salt, pepper, cayenne, and minced garlic to the pot.
- 4
Stir in the grated carrots and sauté for a few minutes to soften them.
- 5
Add 1/2 cup of flour to the pot and stir to combine, cooking for about 1 minute.
- 6
Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and add the chopped broccoli.
- 7
Let the mixture cook for about 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
- 8
Add 1 quart of half and half (or the milk and cream mixture) and stir until it simmers.
- 9
Turn off the heat and add 24 oz of shredded cheese, stirring gently until melted.
- 10
Let the soup sit for a minute to allow the cheese to fully melt before serving.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Inferred half and half as a common substitute.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Kristin at Mini Slice of farm’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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