{"id":5855,"date":"2026-06-11T13:49:33","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T13:49:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=5855"},"modified":"2026-06-11T13:49:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T13:49:33","slug":"homemade-panera-broccoli-cheese-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/11\/homemade-panera-broccoli-cheese-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Homemade Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Homemade Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup<\/h1>\n<p>Nothing beats a warm bowl of creamy broccoli cheese soup on a chilly day! This homemade Panera-style version is rich, velvety, and packed with tender broccoli, sweet carrots, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese. It&#8217;s easy to make in one pot and tastes just like your favorite bakery caf\u00e9\u2014maybe even better!<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>4 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li>1 small onion, finely diced<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)<\/li>\n<li>2 cups half-and-half<\/li>\n<li>4 cups broccoli florets, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup carrots, shredded<\/li>\n<li>1 celery stalk, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt (or to taste)<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon paprika (optional)<\/li>\n<li>Pinch of nutmeg (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Instructions<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.<\/li>\n<li>Add the onion and celery, cooking for 4\u20135 minutes until softened.<\/li>\n<li>Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1\u20132 minutes to create a roux.<\/li>\n<li>Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, followed by the half-and-half. Stir until smooth.<\/li>\n<li>Add the broccoli, carrots, salt, pepper, paprika, and nutmeg.<\/li>\n<li>Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15\u201320 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.<\/li>\n<li>For a smoother texture, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender, leaving some chunks for texture.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted.<\/li>\n<li>Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Serve hot with crusty bread, bread bowls, or crackers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest texture.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t boil the soup after adding the cheese, as it may become grainy.<\/li>\n<li>Add extra broccoli for a heartier soup.<\/li>\n<li>For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Cook Time:<\/strong> 30 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 45 minutes<br \/>\n<strong>Servings:<\/strong> 6<\/p>\n<p>Creamy, cheesy, and packed with vegetables, this cozy soup is perfect for lunch, dinner, or whenever you&#8217;re craving comfort food!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Homemade Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup Nothing beats a warm bowl of creamy broccoli cheese soup on a chilly day! 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