Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

INGREDIENTS :

1 tablespoon melted butter

1/2 medium chopped onion

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 carrot, julienned

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese

salt and pepper

 

 

Instructions:

Sauté 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 & 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. It can be puréed in a blender but I don’t. Return to heat and add cheese. Stir in nutmeg.

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