Broccoli Cheese Soup (Panera Bread)

By á-2788

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 2 cups chicken stock or bouillon
• 1/2 pound fresh broccoli
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese

Details

Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 35mins

Preparation

Step 1

Saute onion in butter. Set aside. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and slowly add the half-and-half (this is called making a roux). Add the chicken stock whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat until the veggies are tender for 20-25 minutes. Add salt and pepper. The soup should be thickened by now. Pour in batches into blender and puree. Return to pot over low heat and add the grated cheese; stir until well blended. Stir in the nutmeg and serve.