OMG, this is so much better than Panera’s recipe! Easy to make and so good
This creamy and comforting Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Soup is a delicious and healthy option for a cold day. Packed with vegetables and flavorful cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to make.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 3 tablespoons |
| Onion, diced | 1 small |
| Garlic, minced | 4 cloves |
| All-purpose flour | 1/4 cup |
| Chicken or vegetable stock | 2 1/2 cups |
| Half and half | 2 cups |
| Broccoli florets, chopped | 2 cups |
| Cauliflower florets, chopped | 2 cups |
| Carrot, shredded | 1 large |
| Dijon mustard | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Cheddar cheese, grated | 2 cups |
| Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper | To taste |
Instructions:
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic mixture. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook the flour, forming a roux that will thicken the soup.
- Add Liquids: Gradually pour in chicken or vegetable stock, stirring continuously to incorporate the roux into the liquid without lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in chopped broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, and shredded carrot. Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and cooked through.
- Blend and Thicken: Using an immersion blender or working in batches with a regular blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Add Half and Half: Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in half and half, allowing it to warm through. Do not boil to prevent curdling.
- Season and Finish: Stir in Dijon mustard and grated cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated into the soup. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Soup into bowls. Garnish with additional grated cheese, a sprinkle of black pepper, and fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
