Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1-2 pkgs. broccoli, frozen and chopped (16oz. size)
• 4 cans chicken broth (4oz. size)
• 1 lb. Velveeta cheese, cubed
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• 2 cups milk
• 1 Tbsp. garlic powder
• 2/3 cup cornstarch
• cheese or garlic flavored croutons

Directions

In a stockpot, over medium heat, saute' the butter and onion until soft. Stir in the broccoli and cover with the chicken broth. Simmer until the broccoli is tender, about 10-15 minutes. Reduce the heat, and stir in the cubed cheese until it melts. Mix in the milk and garlic powder.

In a small bowl, stir cornstarch into a small amount of water until dissolved. Stir the cornstarch into a small amount of water until dissolved. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the soup and cook, stirring frequently, until the soup becomes thick. Garnish with cheese and garlic flavored croutons.

By Robin from Washington, IA