1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen spinach
1 slice Colby cheese (1/4 inch thick), diced
2 c. chicken broth or stock
2 c. half & half milk
2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. chopped onion
3 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Saute onion in 3 tablespoons butter. Add flour, salt, pepper and blend in. Cook on medium heat until smooth and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Add thawed spinach and 1/4 cup water and cook on medium heat until boiling. Stir constantly for about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in chicken stock or broth, and half & half milk. Add diced cheese. Bring to serving temperature. Makes about 6 cups.