Broccoli Cheese Soup

SOUP:

4 c. chicken broth (which is two cans of chicken broth)1 c. water1 c. half and half4 or 5 slices cheddar cheese1/2 c. all-purpose flour1/2 tsp. dried minced onion1/4 tsp. ground black pepper4 c. broccoli florets (bite-size)

GARNISH:

1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese2 tsp. minced fresh parsley

Combine chicken broth, water, half and half, cheese, flour, onion and pepper in a large saucepan. Whisk to combine and to break up any lumps of flour.  Set heat on medium. Stir constantly.  Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Add broccoli to soup and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until broccoli is tender, but not soft.  For each serving spoon soup into a bowl and garnish with a tablespoon of shredded cheese and a pinch of parsley.  Mmmmm.  It is soooo good.