Broccoli and Cheese Soup - Panera

By lmaley

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 (chopped into bite size pieces)
• 1 cup carrot, julienned
• 1 ⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper
• crusty bread

Preparation

Step 1

Sauté onion in butter. Set aside.
Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and add the half & half.
Add the chicken stock. Simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.
Add salt and pepper. Can be puréed in a blender but I don't. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.
Serve with crusty bread and Enjoy :).