Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup , By www.uniquegiftstips.com .

"A creamy and delicious soup that tastes just like Panera Bread! "

Total Time: 45 Minutes, Servings: 8 Servings

Ingredients :

• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1/2 medium chopped onion
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1/2 lb fresh broccoli about 1 cup
• 1 cup carrot julienned
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions :

• Sauté the onion in 1 tablespoon melted butter and set aside. In a large pot whisk together the melted butter and flour over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes.
• Slowly whisk in the half and half and chicken stock. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
• Add the broccoli, carrots, and onions. Let them simmer on medium low for about 25 minutes until the broccoli and carrots are tender.
• Add nutmeg, salt and pepper and sharp cheddar cheese. Let the cheese melt and then serve. For a smoother soup puree it in a [url:2]blender[/url]... but I love the chunks!

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