Broccoli Cheese Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 lb. fresh or 2 boxes frozen broccoli
    2 sticks margarine
    1 qt. chicken stock (may use 4 cubes in 4 c. water)
    1 qt. half and half
    1/2 to 3/4 lb. Cheddar cheese
    3 Tbsp. flour
Preparation
    Clean broccoli, remove stems and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Steam in 1/2 cup water until tender; do not drain.
    Set aside.
    If using frozen broccoli, not necessary to thaw.
    Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat.
    Add flour; cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken stock; stir and bring to a boil.
    Turn heat to low. Add half and half, cheese and broccoli.
    Heat until cheese melts. Do not boil.

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