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Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup: 10 Amazing Steps

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Creamy Comfort in a Bowl)
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Recreate Panera’s creamy, cheesy broccoli cheddar soup at home. This recipe brings a restaurant favorite to your table with simple ingredients and comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (about 1 pound)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the broccoli florets and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
  5. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth. You may need to do this in batches.
  6. Return the pureed soup to the pot. Stir in the milk, salt, pepper, paprika, and nutmeg. Heat gently over low heat, but do not boil.
  7. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream.
  9. Serve hot, garnished as desired.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, use less broth or simmer longer to reduce.
  • For a richer flavor, use half and half instead of milk.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.

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