Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a retail version of the iconic dish served at Panera Bread bakery-cafes. Originally founded in the United States as St. Louis Bread Company, the brand has grown into a major American fast-casual restaurant chain known for its focus on fresh ingredients and bakery items.

This specific retail product is manufactured in the United States, typically through licensing and distribution partnerships that allow consumers to enjoy cafe-quality meals at home. The brand's retail line includes a variety of refrigerated soups, dressings, and breads found in major grocery chains and wholesale clubs like Costco.

Since 2017, Panera Bread has been owned by JAB Holding Company, a German-based conglomerate that manages a massive portfolio of consumer goods and food brands. This acquisition transitioned the company from a public entity to a private subsidiary under JAB's extensive global investment umbrella.