3/4 lb. fresh chopped broccoli
3/4 lb. fresh chopped cauliflower
1/3 c. chopped onion
2 c. bouillon or 2 cubes and water
1/4 tsp. mace
3 c. skim milk or 2%
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/3 c. shredded American or Swiss cheese

Cook broccoli, cauliflower, and onion in the bouillon until tender. Pour half the vegetables and half the bouillon into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Remove and blend the remaining vegetables with the mace. Return all of the blended mixture to the pan. Blend 1/2 cup milk with cornstarch and add to vegetables. Add remaining milk, salt, and pepper. Cook until thick and hot, stirring occasionally. Blend in cheese and stir until melted. Makes 8 servings, at 80 calories per serving.