Panera Bread Broccoli Cheese Soup

Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • ½ medium Onion (diced)
  • ¼ cup Butter
  • ¼ cup Flour
  • 2 cup Half and Half
  • 2 cup Chicken broth
  • ½ pound Broccoli florets
  • 1 cup Carrot
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg (grated)
  • 8 ounce Cheese (Sharp cheddar)

Instructions

  1. Saute onion in butter and set aside.
  2. Make roux with butter and flour. Mix for about 5 minutes over medium heat.
  3. Add 1/2 and 1/2 whisking constantly.
  4. Add chicken broth and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Add broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat for about 20-25 minutes or until tender.
  6. Add salt and pepper.
  7. Pour in batches into blender and puree.
  8. Place back in pot over low heat, add cheese and stir until well blended.
  9. Stir in nutmeg and serve.
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