Panera’s Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delight
This delicious recipe captures the creamy, cheesy goodness of Panera’s popular Broccoli Cheddar Soup, enhanced with turkey bacon for a delightful twist.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Add broccoli and carrots, cooking until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in milk, cheese, salt, and pepper, cooking until cheese is melted and the soup is thickened.
- Finally, mix in the turkey bacon, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot with bread or crackers.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Feel free to add additional spices like cayenne pepper for a kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Panera's Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Turkey Bacon, Recipe