This Cauliflower Cheese Soup is a copycat of the Panera Bread recipe. Frozen cauliflower and softened onion are pureed with broth, cream and thyme, then sharp white cheddar is stirred in until the soup is silky, cheesy and hearty.
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Cauliflower Cheese Soup (Panera Bread Copycat)
Nutritional Information
Calories
370
Fats
33.9 g
Protein
10.4 g
Carbs
8 g
I’ve never had Panera Bread’s version of this soup so I’m not sure how it compares. I know this was very good and hearty, the sharp cheddar that I used really complimented the bland creaminess of the cauliflower.
Ingredients
- 1 bag (16 ounce) frozen cauliflower
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups white sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Extra shredded cheese and sliced green onions, for topping (optional)
Directions
1
Cook frozen cauliflower according to package instructions.
2
Drain cauliflower and chop.
3
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
4
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5
Puree the cooked onion, cooked cauliflower, broth, cream, thyme, salt and pepper in a food processor.
6
Return the puree to the pot.
7
Stir in the cheese and continue to cook over low heat until the cheese melts and the soup is heated through.
8
Top with additional cheese and sliced green onions before serving, if desired.
Recipe adapted from My Panera
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