Cheddar Cheese Broccoli Soup w/Croutons

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
• 1 cup chopped sweet onion
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 bag (12 oz.) Broccoli Flowerets cooked per pkg.
• 1 cup cheese flavored croutons, (optional)

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

  

1. Melt butter in large saucepot over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until softened. Sprinkle with flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute or until golden brown.
2. Slowly whisk in broth and bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Reduce heat to low and add cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Stir in prepared Broccoli. Season, if desired, with salt and pepper. Serve, topped with croutons.