4 c. water
2 c. chopped broccoli
2 c. chopped ham
1 med. onion, chopped
1 med. potato, chopped
3 tbsp. butter
1 1/2 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. pepper
1 chicken bouillon cube
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Combine first 11 ingredients. Simmer 30 minutes. Stir in milk and simmer 20 minutes. Garnish with cheese if desired.