Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup is an easy, delicious, and cozy meal – just toss the ingredients in a slow cooker and return to a warm, cheesy soup.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 small onion chopped
- 4 cups of fresh broccoli chopped
- 1 cup matchstick carrots
- 1 stalk of celery sliced thin
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- Scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Add the onion, broccoli, carrots, celery, salt, pepper and chicken stock to your slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or high for 3 hours.
- After the soup is done cooking, melt the butter in the microwave using a microwave safe bowl. Whisk flour into the butter until combined. Add to the slow cooker and whisk together.
- Stir in the milk and cheese and let cook another hour or until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with scallions and serve!
Notes
- To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- To Freeze: Freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months in a freezer safe container. Thaw out in fridge overnight before reheating.
- To Reheat: Heat to desired temperature in microwave or on stovetop.
