Wisconsin Cheese Soup

Ingredients and Instructions

1 cup sliced carrots

2 cups chopped broccoli

1 cup water

1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cups milk

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine carrots, broccoli, water, and bouillon. Bring to

a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.

In a large saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium heat until onion is translucent. Stir in flour and

pepper; cook 1 minute. Stir in milk. Bring to a boil, then stir in cheese until melted. Stir in

reserved vegetables and cooking liquid. Heat through, and serve with fresh crusty bread.