Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

This broccoli Cheddar soup is made with fresh broccoli, carrots, celery, and lots of cheese for a rich and creamy, restaurant-worthy meal at home.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 304 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cups milk
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
• 1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
• 0.5 onion, chopped
• 0.25 cup flour
• 0.25 cup melted butter
• 1.5 cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets
• 2.5 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk 1/4 cup melted butter and flour together in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Continue to whisk and cook, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk if necessary to keep the flour from burning, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 2

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 3

Gradually add milk while whisking constantly; stir in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Cook until mixture is thickened, about 20 minutes. Add broccoli, carrots, celery, and sautéed onion; simmer until all the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in Cheddar cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.