Panera Copycat Broccoli Cheese Soup

INGREDIENTSNutrition

SERVINGS 4UNITS US

• 1tablespoon melted butter
• 1⁄2medium chopped onion
• 1⁄4cup melted butter
• 1⁄4cup flour
• 2cups half-and-half cream
• 2cups chicken stock
• 1⁄2lb fresh broccoli (chopped into bite size pieces)
• 1cup carrot, julienned
• 1⁄4teaspoon nutmeg
• 8ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper

• DIRECTIONS

  1. Sauté onion in butter. Set aside.
  2. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and add the half & half.
  3. Add the chicken stock. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.
  5. Add salt and pepper. Can be puréed in a blender but I don't. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.
  6. Serve with crusty bread and Enjoy :).