Daddy's Creamy Broccoli Soup

Directions

Trim the broccoli and rinse well. Cut the stems into thin slices. The broccoli flowerettes will be cooked separately.

Sauté the green onions in butter in a heavy skillet until soft but not brown.

Add the broccoli stems and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to medium and simmer until the stems are just barely soft (about 15 minutes).

Place the mixture in a food processor and puree.

Return the purée to the skillet. Add flour dissolved in a little water. Add salt and pepper. Stir in the half and half cream.

Cook the broccoli flowerettes in a little water.

Add the flowerettes to the soup and bring to a boil, stirring steadily, until the soup becomes thick and creamy.

Serve with the cheese alongside so that it can be added to the individual portions.