Broccoli Cheese Soup

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, thawed & cooked (chopped, you can use fresh broccoli, just cook accordingly)
• 8 ounces half-and-half cream
• 16 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (i prefer to use sharp or extra sharp)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 2 cups water

Recipe

• 1 1. in a large sauce pan, melt the butter over med-low heat, then add enough flour to make a smooth rue. continue to cook over med-low heat stirring constantly until the flour is a light tan. add 2 cups of water while stirring and mix well. cook until thick and bubbly.
• 2 2. turn heat to very low temperature add broccoli, half and half, & worcestershire and continue to cook over low temp until soup gets hot. stir in cheddar cheese and continue to stir until cheese is completely melted. be sure to watch the temp and not let soup get too hot or boil because it will separate you cheese and milk and will make the soup look curdled. once the soup is hot and cheese is melted, turn off heat and serve with croutons or garlic toast.