• Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    by  • October 9, 2012 • Soup • 4 Comments

    Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    I may have an obsession with a certain quick-service restaurant that specializes in bread. Like, really good bread. And really good sandwiches. And REALLY good soup. Their salads are good too, but honestly, we’re there for the bread. And the soup. And the soup in the bread bowls.

    … OK fine. It’s Panera. I’m talking about Panera.

    My favorite soup from Panera is most definitely the broccoli cheddar. Smooth, creamy, and super flavorful, this is soup is simple to make, and packs a big punch. The secret is definitely using a nice, sharp cheddar- it plays perfectly against the decadent creaminess of the soup.

    And yeah, don’t forget about the vegetables here! It’s almost like a HEALTH soup when you think about all those broccoli florets, carrots, and onions in there… right? Right?

    OK, maybe not. But in my opinion, everything in moderation is key. This includes indulgence!

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    Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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    Serves: 4
     

    Ingredients
    • 1 tbsp + ¼ cup butter
    • ½ medium chopped onion
    • ¼ cup flour
    • 2 cups half-and-half
    • 2 cups chicken stock
    • ½ lb fresh broccoli, cut into florets
    • 1 cup carrot, shredded
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
    • 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions
    1. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a pan over medium heat. Saute onion until translucent, then set aside.
    2. In a pot over medium heat, melt the ¼ cup butter. Add flour and whisk together quickly to form a roux. Continue to cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, then add the half & half.
    3. Add the chicken stock, and simmer for 20 minutes.
    4. Add the broccoli florets, shredded carrots and cooked onions. Reduce heat and cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.
    5. Add salt and pepper. Then, using an immersion blender, blend until smooth or to your liking. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir, together, then add nutmeg.
    6. Ladle into bowls and serve!

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    Recipe from Food.com.

    Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    What’s YOUR favorite thing to eat at Panera?

    Happy Eating :-)
    mally

    P.S. This is NOT a paid endorsement of Panera- I just legitimately love it there!

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    I am a project manager for a TV network by day, and an aspiring home chef, novice arts 'n crafter, and not-so-secret Star Wars fan by night. I also co-own the best cookie store on the Internet, Mile End Bakery. Thanks so much for stopping by and happy eating!

    4 Responses to Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    1. Anita at Hungry Couple
      October 9, 2012 at 11:31 am

      Oh, I agree completely. It’s all about bread and soup! Broccoli cheddar is one of my favorites but I have a skinnier version so that I can indulge more often. I live on soup in the winter. :)

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      • mally
        October 9, 2012 at 11:34 am

        Is the “skinny” version on your blog at all? I’m curious because I want to eat this all the time but don’t, for obvious reasons :) Soup is THE BEST!!!

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    2. Kate Dash
      October 9, 2012 at 5:03 pm

      I want the skinny version, too!

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    3. Joanne @ Fifteen Spatulas
      October 10, 2012 at 5:41 pm

      Can’t go wrong with broccoli cheddar soup! One of my favorites. I think soups in general are underrated =)

      Reply

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