Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup

1 can chicken broth
1 sm onion, diced
1/3 c flour
.25 c butter
Pepper to taste
2 c milk
1.5 c Cheddar cheese, shredded* (the sharper the better for flavor)
.5 c Parmesan cheese, shredded
about 3 crowns broccoli, steamed and chopped (about 2.5-3 cups)

1. In a small saucepan, simmer chicken broth and onions, covered, for 15-20 minutes, until onions are soft.

2. Heat milk in microwave for 1-2 minutes.

3. In a separate medium-sized stockpot, melt butter then stir in 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.

4. Add chicken broth and onions, and continue to stir until well blended. Add cheeses and steamed broccoli. Serve immediately.
Makes 4-6 servings.

*Grate your own cheese for better, creamier soup.