Broccoli-Cheese Soup

Broccoli-Cheese Soup

1 1/2 lbs fresh broccoli or 2 10oz packages frozen chopped broccoli
3 T butter
1/4 c chopped onions
1 T flour
2 C chicken broth
2 C half and half
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 C grated cheddar cheese

wash and chop broccoli, steam, until tender
Melt butter in heavy sauce pan, add onions cook until clear. Stir in flour to make roux. Slowly add broth and cream. Stir and cook until thicken over med heat. Add salt, nutmeg and broccoli. Just before serving stir in cheese.
Makes 6 servings