Panera Bread Broccoli Cheese Soup

By chelyc13

Ingredients

• 1 tblsp 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 lb fresh broccoli
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teas nutmeg
• 8 oz grated sharp cheddar

Details

Servings 4

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. Add teh 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.