Cheese And Broccoli Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk (or 3 c. milk, no half & half)
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup bagged shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 lb processed cheese, cut into smaller cubes (I use Walmart brand Velveeta)
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen broccoli, chopped into bite-sized pieces (thawing not necessary)

Preparation

In a large stockpot, melt the butter. When melted, stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
Add the broth, milk & cream, and salt. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the cheese and broccoli. Simmer for 10 minutes. Serve.
Note: If this is not thick enough for you, make some thickening from cornstarch and water; increase heat to just under boiling and stir in rapidly to prevent lumps.