Cheese, Broccoli Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 c. water
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped broccoli
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (8 oz.) loaf process cheese spread, cubed
1/2 c. cold water
2 tsp. pepper
1/2 to 3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 c. milk
1 c. half and half
1/2 c. butter or margarine
1/2 c. all-purpose flour

Preparation

Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a 3-quart Dutch oven; add broccoli and onion.
Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.
Add cheese and seasonings, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in milk, half and half and butter; cook over low heat until thoroughly heated.
Combine flour and cold water, stirring until smooth.
Gradually add to broccoli mixture, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring occasionally. Yield:
2 1/2 quarts.