Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (16 oz.) frozen broccoli cuts
2 c. boiling water
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. flour
6 c. milk
4 chicken bouillon cubes
3/4 tsp. pepper
1 (8 oz.) jar pasteurized processed cheese spread

Preparation

In large saucepan, bring water to boil.
Add broccoli, return to boil.
Reduce flame.
Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
Turn off flame.
Do not drain.
Saute onion in butter until tender.
Add flour; stir until smooth.
Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk gradually.
Add undrained broccoli and pepper. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in cheese spread; simmer 10 minutes.
Yields about 2 quarts.