Panera Broccoli Soup Tastes Just Like the Real Thing

Panera Broccoli Soup Tastes Just Like the Real Thing

Copycat Panera Broccoli Soup

Pshhh, forget Panera! You can have a creamy, cheesy and delicious broccoli soup on your table in less than 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Ella Jewett

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic colves minced
  • 1/4 cup flour all-purpose
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground tumeric
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 8 oz shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic to pan; sauté until fragrant and slightly translucent, but not brown, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the flour to form a paste; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.

  2. Whisk in the chicken broth, milk, heavy cream, white pepper, black pepper, ground nutmeg, and turmeric powder. Simmer on low for 15 minutes or until the mixture has thickened slightly. 

  3. Stir in the broccoli florets, carrots, and cheese; cover pan. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender; add salt to taste. Serve Immediately. 

 

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