8 oz. fresh broccoli, finely chopped
1 qt. water
1 qt. Half & Half
Pinch of white pepper
1/4 tsp. baking soda
4 cubes chicken bouillon
12 tbsp. butter
10 tbsp. flour

In a large saucepan, combine broccoli, water, Half & Half, white pepper, baking soda, and chicken bouillon; bring to a boil. While waiting for soup to boil, in a small skillet, slowly melt butter, adding flour. Stir slowly with a wire whisk, making sure there are no lumps.

After soup comes to a boil, reduce heat and add butter and flour mixture, stirring in slowly with wire whisk. When soup has reached desired thickness, return to light boil for 5 to 8 minutes. Yield: 12 (1 cup) servings.