1 12 oz. package frozen chopped broccoli or 1 1/2 lbs. fresh broccoli, chopped
4 tbsp. butter
4 tbsp. flour
1 tbsp. minced onion
2 c. chicken broth
2 c. light cream (may use milk but it will change the taste a bit)
1 teas. salt
1/8-1/4 teas. white pepper
1/4 teas. nutmeg
1 c. grated med. or sharp cheddar
Prepare broccoli, set aside. Melt butter in soup pot, add onion. Stir in flour, simmer for 2 min. (this is a roux). Slowly add broth & cream. Stir and cook until thickened. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cooked broccoli. Just before serving, stir in cheese.
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