Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Introduction

If you love the luscious comfort of Panera's Broccoli Cheddar Soup, then this copycat recipe is going to be your new favorite! Well, this copycat recipe brings that great taste straight to your home. It is warm, cozy and all you need on a cold winter day.

Why Make This Recipe

You can actually make this soup at home easily. This easy recipe is made with BRM and the ingredients are simple, fresh-tasting flavors perfect for a cold night in. 4 It can also be cooked in a slow cooker 5, having to worry less will free you up for more time with loved ones.

Instructions For Making Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Receipe for Restaurant Style Soup Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

• 2 head broccoli (florets chopped small)
• 1 small onion (diced)
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups heavy cream
• Shredded 6 oz white cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Add the chopped broccoli florets to your 4 quart or larger slow cooker, add the diced onion and shredded carrots; season with salt, black pepper garlic powder then pour in all of th homemade chicken stock.
2. Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH fo3rsix houirs , untill the broccoli si tender.
3. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat about 10 minutes before you expect to take out that broccoli. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. WHISK IN THE HEAVY CREAM, STIRRING UNTIL IT BEGINS TO THICKEN. Reduce the heat and add cheese which is coated, stir until melted. Place the cheese mix on a side.
4. Add the cheese to your cooked broccoli then stir in until well combined. Continue to cook on HIGH for 30 minutes in the slow cooker.
5. It is basically done, you can sprinkle more shredded cheese over it the serve hot. Enjoy!

How to Serve Broccoli Cheddar Soup

It should be served at room temp or warm. Ladle some of the soup into a bowl and garnish with extra cheese if desired. Throw in some crusty bread to dip, and bam! — You have a little feast.

How to Store Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Cool the soup completely before storing it. Finally put it some airtight container and store in the fridge for maximum 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, simply defrost in the fridge overnight.

Tips to Make Broccoli Cheddar Soup

• Don't overcook the broccoli; it should be tender but not mushy.
• For an extra flavor boost, try adding some cooked bacon or ham.
• You can use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock for a vegetarian option.

Variation

Feel really to throw is some other veggies like cauliflower or carrots for a different flavor profile. You can add some melted sharp cheddar cheese or mozzarella.

FAQs

1. Alternatively, Can I use frozen broccoli ?
I also used a bag of frozen broccoli Add it to your slow cooker and additional cook time may be required.

2. How to Make Winter Acorn Squash Soup? (Without Cream)
Yes! For a lighter version, you can use milk or dairy-free

3. Is there any way I can make the soup more thicker?
If you want it thicker, have on the side 1t cornflour and start cooking until at your choice of thickness.

Serve your own Broccoli Cheddar Soup and revel it with friends or family in a cold night at home!