Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A deliciously creamy and cheesy broccoli cheddar soup that is easy to make at home and tastes just like the one from Panera.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the chopped broccoli and vegetable broth, bringing it to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the broccoli is tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese and heavy cream, mixing until melted and combined.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend longer or add more cheese.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg