Broccoli Cheddar Soup

This creamy broccoli cheddar soup is another classic for cold winter days. This recipe is a Copycat Panera Broccoli cheddar soup. If you are looking for comforting dish that will warm you up, this is soup is for you.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450g) Broccoli, cut into chunks
• 4 tablespoons (60g) Butter
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 2-3 Garlic cloves, crushed
• 4 tablespoons (30g) Flour
• 3 cups (720ml) Chicken/vegetable stock
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 Grated carrot, large
• 2 cups (480ml) Half&half or whole milk
• 8oz (225g) Cheddar cheese, grated

Directions:

1. In a large pot melt the butter, add chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

2. Add the flour cook, while whisking, for about 1-2 minutes, until turns golden. Pour in the stock. Then add the chopped broccoli, grated carrot, salt, pepper and paprika.

3. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.

4. Add the cream, cheddar cheese and stir. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

5. Serve!