Cream of Broccoli Soup
 
Ingredients

• 1 1/2 qt. (6 c.) water
• 10 oz. bag frozen chopped broccoli
• 3/4 c. finely chopped onion
• 2 tsp. white pepper
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 8 oz. (2 c.) shredded American cheese
• 1 c. milk
• 1 c. cream
• 1/4 c. butter
• 1/3 c. all purpose flour
• 1/2 c. cold water

Directions
In a 3 quart saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli and onion; boil 10 minutes. Add seasonings and shredded cheese; stir until melted. Add cream, milk and butter; heat until boiling, stirring constantly. Slowly combine 1/2 cup cold water with flour, stirring until smooth. Slowly add to hot mixture, stirring constantly. Stir and cook until soup is consistency of heavy cream.