The velvety soup features vibrant broccoli, aromatic vegetables and plenty of gooey cheddar cheese. As delicious as it is easy, this one-pot meal is ready in less than 30 minutes.

Ingredients 1 large head of broccoli, chopped into florets 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version) 2 cups shredded cheddar ...

Cheese Matters: Opt for sharp cheddar for the best flavor, and shred it yourself for smoother melting. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can affect the soup’s texture.

Broccoli cheddar soup is a thick, creamy soup loaded with fresh broccoli, shredded carrots and a rich cheese sauce. And no one makes it better than Panera Bread.

Stir to combine. 4) Let the soup simmer for about 5 minutes until the broccoli is cooked and the soup thickens. Add salt and pepper to taste. 5) Serve the soup with your favorite sides. Enjoy!

Panera fans will no longer have to pick between their broccoli cheddar soup and their mac and cheese. The bakery-café chain is now combining the two fan-favorite menu items into one cheesy dish ...

Add broccoli, carrots, corn and celery to the soup and gently simmer for 20 minutes, stirring often. Add cheddar cheese to the soup and mix until cheese melts.

Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Serve hot. *If using a regular blender, purée soup in batches. Do not fill the blender more than 3/4 full as the liquid will expand when blended.

Chop 1 1/2 cups of broccoli, grate or shave 1 cup of carrots, and thinly slice 1 stalk of celery. Melt 1/4 cup of butter, then mix with 1/4 cup of flour in a large saucepan or pot over low to ...

Pour 2 cups milk and then 2 cups of broth into the flour and butter mixture and continue to whisk until blended. Bring to a gentle simmer on low to medium-low heat for 20 minutes, stirring often ...