6 c. water
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped broccoli
1 med. onion, chopped
1 (8 oz.) loaf process cheese spread, cubed
2 tsp. pepper
1/2 to 3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 c. milk
1 c. half & half
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. cold water

Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a 3 quart Dutch oven; add broccoli and onion. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add cheese and seasonings, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in milk, half & half, and butter; cook over low heat until thoroughly heated.

Combine flour and cold water, stirring until smooth. Gradually add to broccoli mixture, stirring constantly; cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring occasionally. Yield: 2 1/2 quarts.