Broccoli-Ham Chowder Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. fresh or frozen broccoli
3 c. milk
3 c. chicken stock
1 c. chopped ham
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. half and half
2 c. grated Swiss cheese
1/4 c. butter

Preparation

Wash broccoli.
Place broccoli and 1/2 stock in large kettle. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover.
Simmer 7 minutes or until tender.
Remove broccoli.
Add the remaining stock, milk, salt, cheese and pepper.
Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Stir.
Stir in cream, cheese, butter and broccoli.
Heat until the cheese melts, but do not boil.
To make thick, add 4 to 5 tablespoons cornstarch.