Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

By ccavaletti

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp melted butter
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 c flour
• 2 c half-and-half
• 2 c chicken stock
• 1/2 lb fresh broccoli
• 1 c julienned carrot
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 8 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper

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 add the half-and-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. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.