Cheesy Broccoli Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 large bag frozen broccoli pieces
1 c. ham, cubed
1/4 c. chopped onion
1 Tbsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. salt and pepper
4 Tbsp. margarine
8 oz. shredded Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 c. milk or half and half
1 can chicken broth
1 Tbsp. cornstarch, blended with 2 Tbsp. water

Preparation

Saute onion, garlic and ham in margarine.
Add broccoli, salt, pepper, basil and chicken broth.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce to simmer and add milk.
Simmer 30 minutes, then add cornstarch, stirring well.
Add cheese; simmer 10 minutes.
Serve.