broccoli cheese soup








adapted from mel's kitchen cafe

1 3/4 cups chicken broth

1 small onion, diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 TB butter
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
2 1/2 to 3 cups finely chopped broccoli, steamed

DIRECTIONS:
In a dutch oven saute onion in butter for 10 minutes until onions are soft. Meanwhile, heat milk in microwave for 1-2 minutes. Slowly add flour then salt and pepper to onions. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes, then whisk in warmed milk a little at a time. Cook on medium heat until soup starts to thicken, about 5-8 minutes. Add warmed chicken broth and stir to blend. Add cheeses and let completely melt. Stir in seamed broccoli. Add more salt and pepper to taste, if needed. Eat immediately.