This is an older recipe from the Diethood Archives, now updated with fresh content and photos. Original post/recipe published on 4/18/2011. Broccoli Cheese Soup (Panera Copycat) - If you love Panera Bread's Broccoli Cheddar Soup you are going to be amazed with this copycat recipe! Panera Copycat? You be the judge! Thick, rich, creamy, and cheesy.