Broccoli Cheddar Soup

I fell in love with this soup the first time I had it at Au Bon Pain in Macy's, NY. It was not so thick yet creamy enough the way I like it. Then there was the Panera Bread's version which was also just as good and hubby enjoyed it as much as I did. One bowl costs around $5 and was not even enough for me, hubby and the kids. Instead of being silly spending money on soup, I might as well learn how to make it. So the hunt for a a good