Cheesy Broccoli Soup

If you like super cheesy soup and you like velveeta....you will like this soup!

SERVES 6

Ingredients

3 c broccoli pieces
1/2 cup butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 cup grated mild cheddar cheese or sharp cheddar cheese
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans chicken broth
12 oz Velveeta cheese, grated or sliced in small chunks
salt and pepper to taste

Optional 1/2 c bacon bits


Directions

Cook broccoli until tender& drain.

Cook onions in butter until tender& transparent; Stir in flour& cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Add milk slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in grated cheese until smooth.

Slowly blend broth into sauce. Add Velveeta cheese and stir until melted.

Puree 1/2 cup of the broccoli with a fork (or in the food processor).Cut the rest of the broccoli into pieces. Add all broccoli to the soup.

Simmer for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper Add more velveeta if desired for a creamier cheesier soup.