Soups

Broccoli Cheese Soup (Better than Panera)

19959

Delicious homemade broccoli cheese soup.

4
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 cups low sodium vegetable stock
2 cups half and half
3 cups broccoli florets, diced into bite sized pieces
2 large carrots, thinly sliced into rounds
3/4 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
pinch cayenne pepper
8 ounces shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
In a large pot, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add in the diced onion and sauté until the onions are softened and translucent, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in the garlic and cook...
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Nutritions

Calories
485

Sodium
4366mg
181% DV

Fat
30g
47% DV

Protein
13g
27% DV

Carbs
41g
14% DV

Fiber
6g
25% DV