Broccoli Cheese Soup

On the menu for lunch today:

2 Tbs. butter
1/4 cup diced onions
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
12 oz. processed cheese, cut into small pieces (Velveeta)
1 1/2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
Salt and pepper to taste

In large saucepan, melt butter over M/H heat.  Add onions, cook and stir until tender.  Stir in flour and cook 5 minutes, stirring often.  Stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil, reduce heat.  Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until thickened.  Stir in cheese, stirring until cheese melts.  Stir in broccoli, heat through, stirring occassionally.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Serve hot.

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