3 c. broccoli, 3/8 dice
1/4 c. butter
1 c. chopped onions
1 tsp. minced garlic
2 tbsp. flour
2 c. half and half
3 c. chicken broth
3/4 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
Optional: 1/4 c. dry sherry

Blanch the broccoli in boiling water; set aside. Melt butter, add onions and garlic, saute 30 seconds. Add flour and cook 2 minutes, whisking hard. Add the half and half and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in the cheese. Add seasonings, mustard and sherry. Add broccoli and heat through. Garnish with shredded cheese.