Broccoli Cheese Soup

Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1/2 medium chopped onions
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1/2 lb fresh broccoli
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper

Directions

1. Sauté onion in butter. Set aside. [ I used shallots because I had them around the house.

1. 2. Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and add the half & half.3. Add the chicken stock. Simmer for 20 minutes4. Roughly chop the broccoli. Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat 20-25 minutes.
   
   
   5. Add salt and pepper. Can be puréed in a blender but I don't. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.
   
   6. Serve!