2 (10 3/4 oz.) cans chicken broth
1 bunch fresh broccoli, chopped (about 4 c.)
3 c. milk
1 c. light cream
2 c. shredded Swiss cheese
1 c. chopped cooked ham
1/4 c. butter
3/4 tsp. salt or to taste

Pour chicken broth into a large saucepan. Add broccoli; bring to a boil, cover and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Add milk, cream, Swiss cheese, ham, butter and salt. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve warm. Makes 2 1/2 quarts.