Really Easy Broccoli Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup water
10 ounces cream of mushroom soup or 10 ounces cream of chicken soup
1 1/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese (optional)

Preparation

Cook broccoli in water until tender.
Do not drain.
Add remaining ingredients except cheese and simmer for 3 or 4 minutes.
Run through blender until you have desired consistency. ( you can set aside a few flowerettes for garnish).
Stir in cheese if using.
For Vegetarian do not use Cream of Chicken.