2 tbsp. butter
3/4 c. chopped onion
6 c. water
8 oz. fine egg noodles
2 (10 oz.) pkgs. broccoli
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
6 c. milk
4 c. cubed American cheese
6 chicken bouillon cubes
1 tsp. salt
Pepper to taste

In a large saucepan heat butter; add onion and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add water and bouillon cubes; heat to boiling, stirring occasionally until cubes are dissolved.

Gradually add noodles and salt so that bouillon mixture continues to boil. Cook uncovered for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broccoli and garlic powder; cook 4 minutes more. Add milk, cheese, and pepper; continue cooking until cheese melts, stirring occasionally. Makes 5 quarts.