Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe - Broccoli Cheddar Soup Instant Pot

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.

Chop the broccoli into small florets.

Dice the onion and mince the garlic.

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.

Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.

Stir in broccoli and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender.

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.

Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.

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