Panera Bread’s Broccoli Cheddar Soup
About this recipe
If you're craving a warm, comforting bowl of soup, this copycat recipe for Panera Bread’s Broccoli Cheddar Soup is just what you need. It's rich, creamy, and packed with chunks of broccoli and carrots, making it a family favorite.
This version is easy to make at home and can save you some cash compared to dining out. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy a classic dish that’s perfect for the fall season.
Ingredient notes
- Grate your own cheese for best results.
Tips from Allrecipes’s video
- Make a roux by combining equal parts fat (butter) and flour to thicken the soup without a starchy taste.
- Whisk in the milk slowly to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth cheese sauce.
- Simmer the soup until the broccoli is tender for the best texture.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe make?
- This recipe makes 4 servings.
- What is the total time to make this soup?
- The total time to make this soup is 30 minutes.
- Can I double the recipe?
- Yes, you can double the recipe for a larger batch.
- What type of cheese should I use?
- Use shredded cheddar cheese, and it's recommended to grate your own for best results.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Allrecipes: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Melt half a stick of butter in a pot.
- 2
Sauté finely chopped onion in the melted butter until translucent.
- 3
Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the onions to create a roux, cooking for about a minute.
- 4
Whisk in 2 cups of milk to the roux until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
- 5
Add 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, a pinch of white pepper, a pinch of hot sauce, and salt to taste. Let it simmer until thickened.
- 6
Stir in 1.5 cups of shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- 7
Add 1 cup of chopped broccoli and 1 cup of chopped matchstick carrots to the cheese sauce.
- 8
Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth to thin the mixture to a soup consistency.
- 9
Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and let the soup simmer until the broccoli is tender.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of cheese is inferred based on typical recipes for similar soups.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Allrecipes’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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