Broccoli Cheese Soup

Creamy and delicious broccoli and cheese soup that's ready to go in just 30 minutes! An easy Panera copycat recipe that tastes amazing served in a homemade bread bowl.

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings:

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter , melted
1-2 cloves garlic , minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock , or vegetable stock
2 cups half and half
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1-2 cups steamed broccoli , cut into small pieces
3/4 cup shredded carrots , steamed
2-2 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

In a large pan, begin to melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and let cook for about a minute. Whisk in the flour and cook for a few minutes, just until golden brown.
Slowly add in chicken stock, half-and-half, kosher salt, white pepper and nutmeg. Stir together and let cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add in the broccoli and carrots and let simmer for another 15-20 minutes.
Mix in the cheese and stir until just combined. Serve in bread bowls or with rolls.

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Author: Jamielyn Nye