Panera Copycat Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Panera Copycat Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a make at home version of Panera's most popular soup! Filled with broccoli, carrots and cheese this recipe is a one-pot easy to make meal.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup chopped carrots, I use baby carrots
- 4 cups broccoli, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- few drops of hot pepper sauce (Tabasco)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cups cream or half and half
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup cornstarch, whisked into 1/2 cup cold water or cold broth
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 8 ounces)
Instructions
- Melt butter in large stockpot. Add onions and cook until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add carrots and broccoli; cook for additional 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, paprika and hot pepper sauce.
- Pour broth and cream into vegetable mixture. Add mustard and whisk until smooth.
- Simmer over medium-low heat.
- In a small bowl or cup, whisk the 1/2 cold water (or additional broth) together with the cornstarch until smooth. Pour into the soup and stir.
- Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Add cheese and cook just until cheese is melted.
- Reduce heat until ready to serve.
Notes
- Sharp or extra sharp cheese is best for this recipe.
- If you want to make a heartier soup, cook a couple of chicken breast halves and shred or chop before adding to the finished soup.