Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Soup
My favorite dishes from Panera is their broccoli cheddar soup. With the help of my trusty slow cooker, this Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar soup hits the spot.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- 2 Cups finely Chopped Onions
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- ¼ cup all purpose flour
- 4 cups broccoli- chopped
- 3 celery stalks- chopped
- 3 small carrots peeled and chopped
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp pepper
- 3 cups Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Begin with heating up the 1 tbsp butter in a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Once melted, add onions and garlic and sauté for 4 minutes until the onions are translucent and cooked.
- Add the broccoli, celery, carrots, salt, paprika, nutmeg and pepper to the crock pot.
- In a small bowl whisk together flour and chicken broth until completely combined and no lumps remain. Then add it to the slow cooker and stir to combine it all.
- Cover with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, blend the soup to desired consistency with an immersion blender. Add the milk, half and half, and cheese to the crock pot, stirring well until combined.
- Cover and continue to cook for about 30 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve with bread and enjoy!