Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients:

1 onion, diced

1 stick butter

2/3 c flour

1 can chicken stock

4 c fat free half and half

2/3 log of Velveeta, cubed

1 c shredded sharp Cheddar

1 bunch broccoli tops, lightly steamed, then chopped

Skim milk, for thinning, if necessary

Preparation:

1. Saute onions in butter until clear.

2. Add 1/3 cup flour and chicken stock. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.

3. Add 2 cups half and half, and stir or whisk to combine.

4. Add Velveeta and stir until melted.

5. Combine 1 cup of half and half with 1/3 cup flour, and shake to combine. Add to cheese mixture and stir to combine.

6. Add Cheddar and allow to melt and thicken.

7. Add remaining cup of half and half and broccoli tops. Thin with skim milk if necessary.