Description
A rich and creamy broccoli cheese soup that mirrors the classic Panera version, made with fresh ingredients and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Cook the onion until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the flour and stir for an additional minute.
- Whisk in the vegetable broth gradually to avoid lumps.
- Cook the broccoli florets in the mixture, simmering until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the milk and stir well to combine.
- Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Serve hot in bowls.
Notes
Feel free to serve in bread bowls or with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: soup, broccoli, cheese, comfort food, vegetarian