Some Dang Good Soup

Cream of Broccoli Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 T. butter 
• 1 lg. onion, chopped 
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 
• ¼ tsp. pepper 
• 3 cups chicken broth 
• 2 cups water 
• 2 bunches broccoli, chopped 
• 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped 
• ¼ cup flour mixed with ¼ cup milk 
• 2 cups evaporated skim milk 
• 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 
• 1 cup chopped ham (optional) 
• Salt

Directions:

1. Melt the butter in a large pan over med. heat. Saute’ the onion and garlic in the butter until translucent. Add the pepper, broth and water and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli and potato.
2. When the mixture returns to a boil, reduce the heat, cover the pan and simmer for about 20 min. or until the vegetables are tender.
3. Smoosh the soup with a potato masher.
4. Add the flour and milk mixture, stirring until the soup is thickened. Add the milk, cheese and ham. Heat through and serve, adding salt if needed.