Cheese Broccoli Soup Recipe

Ingredients

2 cups sliced fresh carrots2 cups broccoli florets1 cup sliced celery1-1/2 cups chopped onion1/2 cup butter3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted4 cups whole milk1/2 pound Velveeta, cubed

Preparation

In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add carrots, broccoli and celery; cover and boil for 5 minutes. Drain, remove vegetables and set aside.

In the same saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add flour and stir to make smooth paste. Gradually add chicken broth and milk. Cook until mixture thickens, 8-10 minutes. Add vegetables; heat until tender. Add cheese; heat until cheese is melted.