Broccoli-Cheddar Cheese Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. margarine
3 Tbsp. all purpose flour
4 c. low-fat (1% milk)
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 c. chopped broccoli
1/2 c. finely chopped red bell pepper
1-1/2 c. grated cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped chives

Preparation

Melt margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat.
add flour, cook and stir 30 seconds or until bubbly.
Add milk, salt, mustard, and cayenne pepper.
Bring to a simmer over high heat, stirring frequently.
Add broccoli and red pepper and return to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.