Broccoli Cheese Soup

The first one will be easy because Stephanie already had it nicely typed up and it comes with a photo! :) I doubled this one.

Broccoli Cheese Soup

From Melanie

1 can chicken broth

1 small onion, diced

1/3 c. flour

1/4 c. butter

Pepper to taste

2 c. milk (I used 1%)

1 1/2 c. shredded sharp or extra sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 c. shredded swiss cheese

steamed chopped broccoli (I used about 3 cups of broccoli florets, we love broccoli though)

Simmer chicken broth and chopped onion for 15-20 minutes in a covered small saucepan, until onions are soft. Heat milk in microwave for 1-2 minutes. In a separate medium-sized stockpot, melt butter then add flour and pepper. Cook together for a couple of minutes, then whisk in warmed milk. Stir and heat together on medium-high heat until soup starts to thicken. Next add chicken broth and continue to stir until well blended. Add cheeses and steamed broccoli. Serve immediately.

Makes approximately 3 adult size servings in bread bowls.