Cream Of Broccoli - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. chicken broth
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 c. broccoli cuts (fresh)
1/2 tsp. sliced thyme
1 small bay leaf
dash of garlic powder
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
few dashes white pepper
1 c. half and half

Preparation

In saucepan, combine chicken broth, onion, broccoli and seasonings.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove bay leaf.
Place mixture in blender; cover and blend 30 to 60 seconds until smooth.