Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Panera's broccoli cheddar soup was a family favorite before going vegan. We made a much healthier yet just as delicious (maybe even better!) vegan version!
Ingredients
- 1 cup white onions chopped
- 1 clove garlic finely diced
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups rice milk plain, unsweetened
- 3 heaping cups broccoli finely chopped
- 1 1/2 heaping cups julienned carrots
- 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot on medium heat.
- Stir in the onions & garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the flour and mix well, until the flour is fully incorporated, creating a roux.
- Bring mixture to a boil.
- Bring soup back to medium heat and add broccoli & carrots. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Add cheddar cheese (we love Follow Your Heart) and stir until cheese is completely melted.
- Remove about 1/4 of the soup from the pot and place it in a high speed blender. Blend until creamy. Add back to the pot and stir well.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and enjoy! We love to add croutons or bread to the soup when serving.