Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

Ladleful of broccoli cheddar soup coming out of a Dutch oven, ready to serve.

Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

This easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup tastes just like Panera but is made with simple, everyday ingredients. Fresh broccoli, carrots, onion, cream, and sharp cheddar come together for a cozy, creamy soup that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.

Course Main Course, Soup

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 506kcal

Author Susie Weinrich

Ingredients

4 tablespoon salted butter
2 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups broccoli chopped
1 ½ cups onion diced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup carrots shredded
2 teaspoon chicken base
2 ¾ cups chicken broth
3 cups whole milk
½ cup all purpose flour
8 oz block sharp cheddar cheese shredded (or medium cheddar)

Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat add the oil and butter. Once hot add the broccoli, onion and kosher salt. Sauté for about 10 mins.
4 tablespoon salted butter, 2 tablespoon olive oil, 3 cups broccoli, 1 ½ cups onion, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Add the carrots and sauté another 5 minutes.
1 cup carrots
Add the chicken broth and chicken base, simmer for about 15 mins with the lid partially on, stirring occasionally. Just until the broccoli is nice and soft.
2 teaspoon chicken base, 2 ¾ cups chicken broth
In a bowl combine the flour and milk and whisk until smooth. Then slowly add to the soup while stirring
3 cups whole milk, ½ cup all purpose flour
Add the grated cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, stirring so it melts in smooth.
8 oz block sharp cheddar cheese
Taste for seasoning (salt and pepper). Serve warm with crusty bread like ciabatta or a baguette
The soup will thicken as it cools, add a little milk or chicken broth and warm through to reconstitute.

Notes

Use fresh shredded cheese for the best texture.

Chop the broccoli into small pieces, it's ok if it looks like a mess, it all cooks together perfectly.

Use whole milk for the best texture.

Medium or Sharp cheddar will give you the best flavor.

Add the cheese by the handful so it doesn't clump together in the soup.

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