Broccoli, Cheese and Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes - peeled and diced
• 4 carrots - peeled and sliced
• 1 stalk celery - diced
• 6 chicken bouillon cubes
• 6 cups water
• 3 stalks broccoli - cut in bite-sized pieces
• 1 qart half/half or milk
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine
• 1 to 2 cups cheddar cheese grated

Directions

1. In a large soup pan add potatoes, carrots, onions, celery, water and bouillon cubes.
2. Bring to a boil, then simmer until vegetables are tender.
3. Add the broccoli and simmer until tender.

1. White Sauce: In another pan add milk and melted butter.
2. Add the flour, beat with wire whisk.
3. Stir until it becomes thick. (Should be thick like paste).
4. Add to vegetables.
5. Stir until mixed well with vegetables.
6. Add desired amount of cheese.
7. If too thick add more milk.