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Broccoli Cheese Soup

2 cups sliced fresh carrots
1 cup sliced celery
2 cups broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1 quart milk
1/2 pound process American cheese, cut into cubes

In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add carrots,
celery and broccoli; cover and boil for 5 minutes. Drain and set
aside. In the same saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add flour and

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Broccoli Cheese Soup cont.

stir to make smooth paste. Gradually add chicken broth and milk. Cook
until mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes. Add vegetables; heat
until tender. Add cheese; heat until cheese is melted.

Yield: 6-8 servings (2 quarts).