COPYCAT PANERA BREAD BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP | DELICIOUS!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds a creamy texture, while milk is more budget-friendly.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

Cut garlic, onions, broccoli, carrots, and grate cheese before starting.

On medium heat, add the butter and sauté the onions and garlic until lightly brown.

Once browned, add the flour and mix until combined.

Add the chicken or vegetable broth and stir.

Add a sprinkle of Lawry’s seasoning, black pepper, and half a teaspoon of paprika, then whisk.

Add the chopped broccoli and carrots, and simmer for about 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, add the half & half and mix.

Begin to add in the grated cheddar cheese and mix for 60 seconds.

Simmer for an additional two minutes until combined.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens