Broccoli Cheese Soup

YUM ... YUM ... YUM ... YUM





1 med white onion, chopped

In soup pan over medium heat melt 1/2 stick butter.
Add chopped onion and saute until onion is transucent.
Now mix in 1/4 cup white flour and stir until all butter and onion is incorporated.

Add 3 cups whole milk
1 cup half/half
pinch nutmeg
salt & pepper to taste

Over medium heat stir until hot and beginning to thicken.

Rough chop 1 head of brocolli florets into bite size pieces and add to milk mixture.
Simmer until brocolli is tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes.
Add 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted.

Serve in bread bowls for a really cool rustic lunch ... but a regular bowl works just as well.