4 1/2 tsp. butter
4 1/2 tsp. all-purpose flour
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 c. chopped broccoli
2 tbsp. chopped onion
1 c. cubed, fully cooked ham
1/2 c. whipping cream
1/8 tsp. dried thyme
3/4 c. shredded Swiss cheese

In a saucepan, melt butter; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the broccoli and onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender. Add the ham, cream and thyme; heat through. Stir in the cheese until melted.

Yield: 2 servings.