1 1/2 qt. (6 c.) water
3/4 c. fine chopped onion
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 c. milk
1 cube butter
1/2 c. cold water
10 oz. pkg. chopped broccoli
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. white pepper
2 c. shredded American cheese
1 c. cream
1/3 c. flour

In 3-quart saucepan, bring 1 1/2 quarts water to a boil; add broccoli and onion and boil 10-12 minutes. Add seasonings and shredded cheese; stir until cheese melts. Add milk, cream and butter, stir. Heat to boiling. Slowly add flour to 1/2 cup water. Stir constantly until texture is smooth. Slowly add hot mixture, stirring rapidly. Cook until a heavy cream mixture.