Best 2 Panera Copycat Broccoli Soup Recipes

Indulge in the comforting goodness of Panera's Broccoli Cheddar Soup with our collection of copycat recipes. From the classic version to lighter and vegan alternatives, we have something for every taste and dietary preference. Whether you're craving a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying soup for a special occasion, our recipes will guide you through creating a delicious and authentic Panera-style broccoli soup experience at home.

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COPYCAT PANERA® BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP

Copycat Panera® Broccoli Cheddar Soup image

My husband loves Panera® broccoli cheddar soup but it went up in price and therefore we set out on a hunt to create the perfect broccoli cheddar soup. Here is what we came up with. There are tons of variations and options to make this soup your own. You can add extra veggies, different cheeses, garlic to your onions, a little nutmeg to the finished soup, green onions, sour cream, etc. The list goes on and on. Make it your own! Serve topped with cheese!

Provided by gildawen

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
½ onion, chopped
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup flour
2 cups milk
2 cups chicken stock
1 ½ cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets
1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
Whisk 1/4 cup melted butter and flour together in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Continue to whisk and cook , adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk if necessary to keep the flour from burning, 3 to 4 minutes.
Gradually pour milk into flour mixture while whisking constantly. Stir chicken stock into milk mixture. Bring to a simmer; cook until mixture is thickened, about 20 minutes. Add broccoli, carrots, sauteed onion, and celery; simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
Stir Cheddar cheese into vegetable mixture until cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 70.5 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 624 mg, Sugar 5 g

COPYCAT PANERA BREAD BROCCOLI & CHEESE SOUP

copycat Panera Bread Broccoli & Cheese Soup image

I absolutely LOVE Panera Bread's Broccolli and Cheese Soup. Even better when its in a bread bowl! I finally found a recipe that is sooo close that I cant even tell the difference! Recipe courtesy of wynnebaer of GroupRecipes Picture courtesy of CD Recipes I totally forgot to take a picture of this awesome soup! It makes such a...

Provided by Linda Kauppinen

Categories Other Breads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 Tbsp butter, melted (for onions)
1/2 large onion, finely chopped
1/4 c flour
1/4 c butter, melted
2 c half and half
2 c chicken stock
1/2 lb fresh broccolli
1 c carrots, finely chopped
1/4 tsp nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste
2 c grated sharp cheddar cheese
4 bread bowls

Steps:

1. Saute onion in 1 tbls. butter In another pan, cook melted butter and flour , whisking over medium heat for 3-4 minutes Slowly add half & half while continuing to whisk Add chicken stock, while continuing to whisk Once it starts to simmer, let simmer for 20 minutes
2. Add broccoli, carrots and onions Cook over low heat until veggies are tender Add salt and pepper
3. Pour in batches into blender and mix or use immersion blender Return to pot and over low heat, add cheese, stirring until well blended Stir in the nutmeg
4. Make or purchase individual sized bread rounds Cut tops off of bread bowls Hollow out Pour soup into bowls

Tips:

Use fresh broccoli: Fresh broccoli florets yield the best flavor and texture.
Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until tender-crisp, not mushy.
Use a good quality cheddar cheese: A sharp cheddar cheese will give the soup a more浓郁风味.
Add a splash of cream or milk: A little bit of cream or milk will help to make the soup richer and creamier.
Season to taste: Be sure to taste the soup and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Serve immediately: Broccoli soup is best served immediately after it is made.

Conclusion:

This Panera Copycat Broccoli Soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. With its creamy texture, sharp cheddar cheese flavor, and tender-crisp broccoli, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try!