Best 3 Paneras Cream Cheese Potato Soup Recipes

If you're looking for a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful soup that will warm you up on a cold night, look no further than Panera Cream Cheese Potato Soup. This soup is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen, and it can be on the table in just 30 minutes. The best part about this soup is that it's so versatile. You can add different toppings to change up the flavor, or you can even make it ahead of time and freeze it for later.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PANERA'S CREAM CHEESE POTATO SOUP

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This is my favorite recipe for potato soup. It's a copycat of the one they use to serve at the St. Louis Bread Company (Panera). The recipe originally called for shredding your potatoes, but I never could get them to cook that way. I know they should cook faster, but I never could get it to work.

Provided by Shawn H

Categories Winter

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth
4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into chunks

Steps:

Combine broth, potatoes, and spices.
Boil on medium heat until potatoes are tender.
Smash a few of the potatoes to release their starch for thickening.
Reduce to low heat.
Add cream cheese.
Heat, stirring frequently, until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.6, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 938, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 11.4

PANERA BREAD'S CREAMY POTATO SOUP

Panera Bread's Creamy Potato Soup image

I've never been to Panera Bread, so I couldn't tell you if this is similar. I can tell you it's delicious and simple to make. I didn't have bacon, but it's still delicious even without. I topped mine with cheese and left the skin on my potatoes. Recipe courtesy of Lynn's Kitchen Adventures (she found a copy cat version of the recipe and tweaked it to her liking). YUMMY! Serving size is estimated.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 cups chicken broth
6 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
8 ounces cream cheese (cut into chunks, at room temperature)
4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)

Steps:

Combine broth, potatoes, and spices.
Boil on medium heat until potatoes are tender.
Smash a few potatoes to release the starch for thickening.
If you like it chunky just smash a small amount of potato, but if you want it smooth smash more potatoes.
Reduce to low heat and add cream cheese.
Heat, stirring frequently, until cheese melts.
Ladle into bowls.
Sprinkle a little bacon over each bowl of soup.

POTATO SOUP WITH CREAM CHEESE

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This is a family favorite throughout the fall and winter! It's easy to prep and great for a lazy day, filling the house with aroma. Have extended family and guests? Simply double the quantity of each item. It's that easy! I derived the potato soup with cream cheese base compliments of Panera Bread®. I added a few extras over time to appeal to the whole family. This a well balanced, full-flavored soup, with a hint of trailing heat compliments of cayenne. If you have picky "little" ones you can substitute red pepper flakes as a side garnishment. Serve with sharp shredded cheese and a loaf a fresh beer bread!

Provided by csdavis

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
4 cups cubed red potatoes
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried parsley
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
8 slices smoked bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips

Steps:

Combine broth, potatoes, onion, garlic salt, seasoned salt, sea salt, cayenne, basil, and parsley in a slow cooker. Cover and cook until potatoes are tender on Low, 6 to 8 hours, or on High, 4 to 6 hours.
Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes in the slow cooker to preferred consistency. Add the cream cheese in spoonfuls to melt until smooth.
Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Stir into soup or set aside as a serving garnishment. Heat until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1616.8 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, creamy potatoes, and flavorful cheese will make a big difference in the taste of your soup.
Don't overcook the vegetables: You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
Use a good quality chicken broth: This will add a lot of flavor to the soup.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses: You could use cheddar, Monterey Jack, or even Gruyère.
Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers: This will help to soak up all of the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Panera's Cream Cheese Potato Soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is creamy, cheesy, and flavorful, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make this soup at home in your own kitchen. So next time you are craving a bowl of creamy potato soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!