If soup gets too thick for your liking, add a splash of chicken broth or half and half to loosen it up. Absolutely fantastic. Turns out delicious every time!! This Broccoli Cheddar Soup is creamy, cheesy, and made in one pot! Copyright © Show Me the Yummy © 2014–2021, Mobile devices will not sleep while timer is running, Alarm Sound Disabled - Click to Re-Enable. Just need to know the amount of sugar per serving. Â, Because the onions have plenty of time to soften during the longer crockpot cooking time 🙂. This recipe is easy, foolproof and delicious. A family favorite for sure! Transfer the frozen soup to your refrigerator when you’re ready to use it, then let it thaw completely. Curdling in a cream soup usually occurs when the milk or cream is added at too high of a heat. Will be making again. So creamy and so rich , I absolutely love this recipe !! Will be sharing…and making again! Can I use Heavy cream I don’t have milk or half and half? Serve hot with additional black pepper and shredded cheese on top if desired. After they’re baked in the oven, drizzle them with sour cream and top with chopped chives. Any thoughts? She’s been in the hospital for 11 weeks and I have been bringing her fruits and veggies along with snacks and the one thing I make really well, Macaroni salad. I was wondering what’s the best type of cheddar to use for this soup?? The freshly chopped broccoli florets hold up better when cooked and have better flavor and texture in the soup. I followed the recipe and it turned out soupy! Taste soup and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Not only that, it’s some of the best soup I’ve ever tasted, period. I put the spices in with the flour to bring out the flavor some more, and added a dash of cayenne. Excellent! Thank you for sharing. I used almost a cup of extra chicken broth to thin it out to how I like my soup. Stir chicken stock into milk mixture. thank you for the e book.fantastic recipes in it.thank you so much. Im 13, and even this recipe was easy for me. cans chicken broth 1 1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese. The best broccoli cheddar soup I have ever made!! Use a mixture of broccoli and cauliflower in the soup if you'd like, or add some chopped fresh spinach to the broccoli. Your email address will not be published. This is my go to recipe for broccoli cheddar soup. My daughter is a vegetarian I use vegetable broth o my. I like to use a good sharp cheddar, but you can use whatever you have on hand. Looking for a lightened-up version? Add the broccoli and carrot to the broth mixture and simmer until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Did not have half and half so used heavy whipping cream. I’m sure it would have been amazing if the onion didn’t over power it. I hope you enjoy this soup as much as I have over the years. I added to the roux/onion, added the rest of the broccoli as small florets and brought to a simmer for about 15 minutes to fully cook the broccoli.  I did double the cheese😁. Set your stove to “medium” heat. It’s also delicious topped with croutons or even diced ham! 3rd time making! Should I use whole breasts? it’s everything you want in soup! Let simmer. I only had heavy whipping cream so I added 1.5 cups and 1/2 cup of regular milk because I was worried about the whipping cream making it too thick. I can’t believe I’m actually writing a review on broccoli cheese soup, as I abhor broccoli. Brrrr. Yes, I’d do 2 double batches, just to make sure everything fits 🙂. Cut your fresh broccoli florets into small pieces, and try to remove as much stem as possible. Thanks! Def my new go to broccoli cheese soup recipe ! For example: if an ingredient calls for 4 cups, and you doubled the recipe, it will automatically change to 8 cups. Yellow Onion, Carrot, and Celery – the classic veggie blend to add flavor, texture, and nutrients! This soup is perfection! Went great with the discount sourdough bread I bought last week. The second time I doubled the seasonings and added fresh pepper. Just stumbled upon this recipe and made it tonight, it was good and super easy! Delicious! It may have been due to not enough liquid but i’m not sure.   This is my second time making it. Thinking of making it but I only have frozen broccoli florets and fat free half and half (I also have 1% milk) could I use these substitutions? fresh broccoli (I use a 12 oz bag of florets), (can substitute with about 1/2 tsp regular mustard). I don’t recommend using frozen broccoli. Reduce heat to LOW/MED LOW and simmer about 10-15 minutes or until thickened and broccoli/carrots are fork tender. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes (you’ll likely need to lower your heat to keep at a simmer) or until broccoli is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. I added more broccoli, ground pepper and more chicken broth. With all of that cheesy yummy soup, this will get kids eating their veggies. You can try replacing the all-purpose flour with a cup for cup gluten free flour blend if you need to make this gluten free. This was amazing !!! Turn off the heat, then stir in the cheese little by little until melted. We’re definitely soup fans here and honestly, I make it year round! This broccoli cheddar soup is sort of a copycat recipe from Panera Bread, but I honestly haven’t had that soup from there in years, so I can’t say for absolute certain if the flavors are spot on or not. Add 1/4 cup butter to dutch oven, still over MED heat. Dairy (in this case half-and-half) tends to separate when frozen, so I don’t recommend storing this soup in the freezer. I didn’t use an immersion blender as I thought it was think enough with the added veggies. Add onion to the pot; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. We LOVE this soup at our house!! Thanks for sharing, even my picky eaters loved it🥰, Whole family loved it! Add broccoli and carrots and stir to combine. This broccoli cheddar soup surpasses Bread Co. by leaps!! Slowly pour in about a cup of chicken broth, whisking as you pour. No need many ingredients to cook healthy food. Will it effect the taste or consistency? Even my picky eaters loved it. Rich and cheesy, this Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe is a great addition to your weekly meal rotation. (*not tested). The 600 calories listed are for one serving, however, they’re an approximation. It wasn’t thick at all (but not watery either! This looks delicious! Cook, stirring often, until the carrots are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
. What is 12 Oz of broccoli in approx cups or heads of broccoli?Â. I would definitely make again! Love Panera broccoli cheddar soup and it came very close! It’s cheesy, creamy, packed with veggies . Use a 24-ounce bag of frozen broccoli florets or 6 cups of fresh broccoli florets. This easy homemade broccoli and cheese soup features the convenience of frozen broccoli, packaged croutons, and on-hand staples such as flour, milk, chicken broth and cheese. Made this last night with small variations. If it’s still not thick enough, try adding a bit more cheese. Add grated cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring to melt the cheese into the soup after each handful. Will make this again. Add additional butter and flour, then whisk.  Cook about 1 minute. Great flavor I would like to try adding a little more seasoning next time! 🙂 I followed the recipe exactly and made it in the instant pot. I had been looking for a good recipe to make some at home, as opposed to buying the canned soups. Would this change the flavor too much? Every bit as good if not better than Panera :0. If changing the recipe serving quantity, the recipe plugin will change the ingredient values for you, but it does NOT change the written instructions, those are manually added and not subject to a slider/button. Or should I double it? * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. This is in our future! I will be trying more of your soup recipes and hopefully venture into some meat dishes and ones a little more complex. Delicious and so easy to follow. Used evaporated milk   A potato masher instead o blending. It’s hearty enough to be a meal in itself. Yum! I will increase the other spices, as well. If I wanted to add potato would I do that the same time as the broccoli and carrots? We love it. Healthy broccoli cheddar soup packed with carrots, broccoli, garlic, and cheese. Frozen potato tots are thawed and mixed with Cheddar, bacon and, you guessed it, frozen broccoli. The soup is definitely salty and pretty flavorful. I subbed Pacific No-Chicken broth for the chicken broth. Of. You will have to extrapolate that multiplication to any amounts listed in the instructions. Then I added the half and half and cheddar and, once the cheddar was melted, served. Definitely would recommend this recipe ❤️. Wonderful and decadent! I followed the size portions for the broccoli and carrots. Will be trying this again! Gradually pour milk into flour mixture while whisking constantly. Soup!  Some form of this recipe has been on the blog since 2014, and this version takes the cake!  Deliciously creamy, thick and rich, with the perfect mixture of smoothness and texture and loaded with broccoli cheddar flavors.  You simply can’t go wrong! Is there a way I can make this into a dip instead using my slowcooker? It’s a keeper, I didn’t have to change a thing with the recipe.Â. Thank you so much! The soup didn’t have any flavor,   I followed the recipe exactly. Do you think if I used heavy cream or 2% milk that would work instead of half and half.? Add broth and broccoli. I didn’t have mustard powder and the instructions said I could use regular mustard but I was sure if that legit meant mustard out of the fridge so I omitted it. Butter – used to cook the veggies to provide a deep, rich flavor. Next time I’ll grate the carrot instead of chopping into small pieces. 2 thumbs up for you! THANK YOU. This recipe was such a huge hit with my family !  Will definitely make againÂ. I had to increase the salt and pepper.  A huge hit with my family. If you try it, I’d love to know how it turns out! Cheddar and broccoli are perfect combination. Is that okay or should I add more broth?Â, It should be okay, just use a wooden spoon to sort of push the veggies into the liquid. Will not try again. … Very easy to make and was delicious. Luckily I still have some at home because she was already asking for more. Really REALLY good – definitely a keeper recipe, and super easy in the instant pot! This recipe was great! So glad you love it! I want to try my this, but my hubby doesn’t eat soup without meat in it. Absolutely fantastic. You can use whole boneless skinless chicken breasts and add it in at the beginning with everything else 🙂. This recipe for broccoli cheddar soup is not gluten free, because the thickening agent in this broccoli cheddar soup recipe is all-purpose flour. Despite all my alterations the recipe was forgiving and it is very rich and tasty! (*not tested), You can also whip up a cornstarch slurry instead of using flour by mixing together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water then adding that, very little bits at a time, until the soup has reached your desired thickness. Your email address will not be published. . It was cooked perfectly. Sprinkle in flour and whisk for 60 seconds. Read our. Sprinkle the flour over and stir well. The texture was very similar to Panera, with small pieces of broccoli and carrots. Required fields are marked *. Do you think adding some chicken would alter the flavor? Cheddar Broccoli Soup Recipe: How to Make It | Taste of Home Tried the crock pot way, one whole yellow onion was waaaayyyyy too much. This creamy velvety soup is much better than Panera’s broccoli cheddar soup and can be made in under … Turn off the heat then stir in cheese, little bits at a time, until fully melted then serve and enjoy. At the same time I added carrots, garlic clove, salt, spices and mustard to the blender, along with about 3/4ths of the broccoli, and gave it about 30 seconds on the slowest setting – just enough to chop everything else. I am planning to make this doubled tomorrow but I was wondering what would be the best way to add chicken to the crockpot recipe? Our Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe has taken quite a few years to get right: taste, flavour and consistency. I began by making a roux with the flour and butter, then adding the onions and sweating/sauteing. I gave some to my mom because she had been craving Panera since the quarantine. Very good taste! You can make your own version of half and half by combining 1 1/3 cup heavy cream and 2/3 cup 2% milk. Thanks! ), totally could’ve just done all whipping cream and would have been just fine. This woukd be awesome with avacado added! Love how you gave all the options on making this! In a heavy bottomed stock pot or dutch oven, melt the butter then cook the onions over medium low heat until tender - 8 to 10 minutes. Cover and continue cooking until cheese is melted. THIS IS THE BEST SOUP EVER!!!! Is the 600 calorie count for the entire pot of soup or per serving? Thank you for such a delicious soup recipe! It looks amazing and now I can make it no matter how much time I have on my hands.Â. Serve with some bread and possibly a salad, and it’s an easy, tasty meal.Â. Very good recipe. I'm Amanda... a wife, mother of two rambunctious kiddos, photography nerd, and bacon lover! It won’t ruin it at all 🙂 We just like the smoother texture. I blended most of the larger broccoli pieces tho. Want to lighten it up? It was good, and easy. Filed Under: Lunch, Main Dishes, Recipes, Soups & Stews, Vegetarian, Sign up to get recipes delivered to your inbox and our Free All-Stars e-cookbook, Email (optional) Include to be notified of replies, We're Trevor and Jennifer, we live in Raleigh, North Carolina with our 70lb lap dog, Teddy. My 4th time since quarantine. Thank you. Alterations: I didn’t have a yellow or white onion on hand so I used some scallions, I used minced garlic instead of garlic powder, and I cut up a yellow bell pepper and sautéd it with the scallion. Making this now in the slow cooker and the broth isn’t fully covering the veggies? Get an ad-free ebook of my most popular recipes, plus be the FIRST to know about new things coming to the site! Would I just add more cheese? onion, chopped 1/2 c. flour Salt to taste Pepper to taste 2 c. milk 2 (13 3/4 oz.) Secure lid and move valve to the sealing position.  Set on Manual/Pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. Also added a bit of cayenne. Your recipe sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try it! I won’t make any other broccoli soup.Â. I’m definitely game to try this recipe out. My husband thought the broccoli was flavorless but I don’t think you want a super broccoli flavor going on. I would use slightly less liquid, use more cheese, and mix a bit of cornstarch and half and half (around 3 Tbsp of half and half plus 2 Tbsp of cornstarch) in a bowl until the cornstarch is dissolved, then stir that into the “soup”.  Delicious! I put the 2 cups of chicken broth with the flour…. 
. No need to go out to a well known bread company, this copycat broccoli cheddar soup is incredibly smooth, rich, and full of great broccoli cheese flavors! I did double the spices and only blended half the soup since we like big chunks of broccoli in our soup. It’s a keeper!! Stir in broccoli then cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Stir in the stock and … . That should thicken it up nicely 🙂. I love your site. Stirring the cheese in slowly creates a smooth, velvety texture! Thank you so much! [CDATA[ Mom is a really big fan of soups. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Was craving broccoli soup but had more cauliflower in the fridge than broccoli.  Next time, I would increase the spices.Â. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or HIGH for 3-4 hours. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the … I love this soup and will definitely be making this again, very soon. My grocery store has bags of fresh broccoli florets that come in 12 oz bags. Will adding the half and half help? BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR SOUP : 1 lg. This was super yummy! It’s per serving, however, it’s an automated estimate. I love that you put veggies in this. Should I cook chicken separate and add it in at the beginning or end? Only  15 minutes of prep required to make this veggie packed soup. So much better homemade! Stir in additional butter and allow to melt. When hot, add oil and butter. Broccoli Cheddar Soup Tips How do you keep broccoli cheddar soup from curdling? Both the flour and the cheese in this recipe act as thickeners, but if the soup isn’t thickened to your liking, first try simmering it uncovered for a bit. Instructions In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, saute onion and carrot in margarine or butter until onions begin to brown. Used the immersion blender. If you’re looking for a lower-fat version of this recipe, check out my recipe for Skinny Broccoli Cheddar Soup ! One of my favorites soups and this version looks soooo yummy! Can I use heavy cream instead of half and half? I added a few Texas Toast croutons and they were a nice addition. This hearty broccoli cheddar soup is loaded with mouthwatering flavors, yet uses everyday ingredients, and is ready in about 30 minutes! I cooked It in the slow cooker for a total of 4 hours, used frozen broccoli, 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese and 1/2 mozzarella (because I didn’t have enough cheddar) and blended the soup. Have made this many times.. delicious. will follow your page for sure. Tag @showmetheyummy on Instagram and hashtag it #showmetheyummy. I’ll be adding this to my favourites for sure. Terrifically easy soup to make. So yummy. Turned out great and reheating the soup was easier. No need to go out to a well known bread … About Us, This post may contain affiliate links. Omit butter from the recipe, add onions, broccoli, carrots, salt, paprika, garlic powder, mustard powder, and black pepper to the slow cooker. I love your site and have shared it with friends, one has already tried your 3 bean chili and wants to make more dishes. I LOVE PANERA BREAD SOUP AND THIS TASTES EVEN BETTER!!! I’ve been tweaking this recipe for years you guys.  So. Hmm, I’ve not tested the recipe that way, so I can’t say for certain… but here’s what I would try. As always, you can taste and season per your tastes, as everyone has different tastebuds 🙂. Made this in my dutch oven pot on the stove today. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Recipe by MyRecipes … Not very time consuming, and a great school lunch. My family loved it (and they’re not “creamy” soup eaters)! I’ve never been really great at cooking (I’m only 23) and wanted to start learning to cook better. If you have any leftovers, which doesn’t happen to us very often, they’ll keep in the refrigerator about 3 days. Absolutely outstanding each time! I kept the soup vegetarian by using low-sodium vegetable stock rather than chicken stock, and made it healthier by using fat-free half-and-half. Can I use frozen broccoli instead of fresh? Is it okay if i dont blend the soup or will that ruin it? They’ll still cook 🙂. Cook mixture about 1 minute, whisking often. It should last 3-4 days. This broccoli cheddar soup is made with ingredients you probably already have on hand! You could even try stirring in a slurry made with equal parts flour and water. To reheat, just microwave or heat in a saucepan on the stove! Add chopped onion and saute until onions are soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. I did and of course you can use frozen for most all things. But this recipe got a thumbs up from all 6 in my family, even those of us that dislike broccoli!! my daughter asks for it now, she adds rice to her portion. The cheddar isn’t a sharp cheddar, it’s a creamy mild tasting cheddar and if you ask me the soup isn’t in your face cheesy. The immersion blender should still be okay, but make sure you check the potatoes to be sure they’re tender first 🙂. I like my pieces to be about thumbnail size.    Delicious! As well as adding extra seasonings. Tips for making Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Pour the thawed soup into a large saucepan on your stove. Continue with remaining chicken broth and half and half, pouring slowly and whisking as your pour. If you’re looking to bulk the meal up with a couple of side dishes or extras, here are some yummy ideas! Try 2% milk. It was absolutely amazing. It was good and I will definitely make it again, just less onion next time. Made this soup this weekend for lunches this week…and i don’t think it’s going to last that long! Instead,  I set a bowl of grated cheese on the table so each member could take as little or as much as they wanted for their portion. My husband and I loved it, I couldn’t wait to eat the leftovers for lunch the very next day. Add onion; cook and stir 5 minutes or until onion is … This is easy enough to make (I used an Instant Pot) on a week night. I suggest adding extra cheese because it tastes more like broccoli and carrots than it does cheese. Why do I eliminate the butter and don’t sauté the onions when using your crockpot directions. It’s an easy soup to make and is ready in 1 hour. Has anyone tried using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth? And I love that this version of the recipe is so quick and easy! How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Soup – Step by Step Step 1: Sauté onions and carrots in olive oil over medium heat … *Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions. In the instructions, if I say “use 4 cups of cheese”, you will have to realize that since you doubled it, you use 8 cups, not 4. Who doesn't love free stuff? Can’t wait to try your copycat! The lid traps all the heat and steam in. In the end, I liked the final texture and did not blend. I plan on trying it with different side options. I added additional salt, pepper, and paprika after it cooked because it seemed too bland for me. everything is easy to make and absolutely delicious. I will find a different recipe and hope that it’s good! Thank you!! Absolutely Amazing! This broccoli cheddar soup is made with ingredients you probably already have on hand! Cook for 10-15 minutes. It was so good! This soup turned out soo delicious😋 next time I crave for some Panera soup , I’m just gonna cook this.Â. I’ve never left a recipe review but this was a good one. She loves them most when they are thick and rich. …  The best part, is that it’s made in just 30 minutes on your stovetop! My son said it was horrible! It’s more like a cream soup with a hint of cheddar. I’ve found this soup thickens up very well with the roux created by the butter and flour, but if you’re wanting to thicken it up even more, you have a few options. This easy broccoli soup takes very little time to make, and it makes an excellent lunch soup to serve with half a sandwich or a salad. I’m assuming you meant it was thin, since it’s a soup, it’s bound to be soupy 🙂 I’m not sure how your soup didn’t thicken up some, since the flour in the recipe is for that purpose. This soup was easy and awesome. Maybe 1 large head of broccoli? Want it richer? Press Saute and cook butter and onion until onions are soft. I think I would increase the amount of spices next time (there will definitely be a next time). bag frozen, chopped broccoli 1/2 c. butter 1 med. Made this last night and it was a hit! Thank you! This recipe is a definite keeper! Whisk flour and chicken broth together until no lumps remain, then add to slow cooker and stir to combine all ingredients. Â. I’m addicted to 30 quick and easy meals, so this soup looks perfect to me! When melted, add flour and whisk together. I’m making this in the crockpot. I’ve tried a few broccoli cheddar soup recipes but this is by far my fav! Nothing beats a warm and comforting soup this time of the year! If you want to save room in your freezer, pour the cooled broccoli and cheese soup into freezer storage bags and lay them flat. Â. I’m sorry you found this soup to be lacking in flavor… I’m surprised, as so many other readers have loved this recipe as much as we do! Im definitely making this again!!!! I didn’t have half & half so I used some leftover sour cream (~1/3 c) and 1% milk. This soup takes just 15 minutes to prep and is made in just one-pot for super easy prep and cleanup! Once it thaws, the texture won’t be the same. I couldn’t venture to guess as to cups, as the size of florets would effect how many would fit in a cup. Add 1 Tbsp butter to dutch oven and heat over MED heat. A pinch or so of more salt. I”m sad that soup season is almost over! I’m craving a big bowl of this to warm up. Melt butter in a large stockpot then stir in onion, carrots, celery, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. I’ve tried other similar recipes and this one is definitely the best! I think noodles would be yummy in this soup! Creamy comfort in a bowl with tender broccoli, Cheddar cheese, and SO MUCH FLAVOUR! Love it! Thank you! Get Creamy Broccoli Soup (Frozen Broccoli) Recipe from Food Network You can also find 1000s of Food Network's best recipes from top chefs, shows and experts. 8 ounces chopped fresh broccoli florets (about 4 cups) (or substitute with 4 cups of thawed, drained frozen broccoli florets) 1 large carrot, peeled and coarsely grated Pinch of sweet paprika 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Thanks for sharing! About 30 minutes before serving, add half and half and cheese, stirring well. I havent been back to Panera since trying to recipe!! Garlic – adds that subtle nutty flavor. Honestly you don’t even have to puree the soup if you like it chunkier, but if you like it smoother, again, you have a few options.  My personal favorite method is to use an immersion blender, which you can use right in the pot!  Or you can transfer some of the soup to a traditional blender, just be careful, since the soup is hot. Without testing and retesting it myself, I can’t say for certain if that would work exactly the same. This soup was easy to make, takes little time and is delicious. I loved this recipe! Add the minced garlic, paprika, mustard, and cayenne pepper to the … I used milk I didn’t have half and half , I didn’t have mustard of any kind so didn’t use that but added a bit of poultry seasoning and that always adds a bit of coziness to a soup! When to add them and how long to cook? Was simmering on medium low per directions but was going to take too long so put in QuickPot for 8 min.  I was lazy and bought broccoli and carrots in a bag and microwaved them before adding to soup — Came together very quickly. Blend soup until desired texture is reached, using either immersion blender or by transferring soup to traditional blender. Frozen broccoli usually cooks a little quicker since it is pre-blanched. I love brocolli cheddar soup, but looking to make it more robust for the hubby, I’ve never added chicken, but I think it would be delicious 🙂, Easy And Very Good Recipe ! The only things I changed was using fresh garlic instead of powder and Velveeta for my cheese (just because I like it). I’m sorry you didn’t find this recipe very flavorful. I will be making this many more times ! 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