Cheesy Broccoli Soup

• 1/2 lb butter (2 sticks)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 quart chicken stock
• 1 quart half-and-half
• 1 - 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 lb broccoli floret
• 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chives or 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped

1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly to make a very "blond" roux, about 3-4 minute.
3. Add chicken stock, half and half, salt, mustard, and cayenne.
4. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
5. Add broccoli and reduce heat to a simmer.
6. Cook about 15-20 min, or until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
7. Add cheddar cheese and stir to combine. Simmer until cheese melts.
8. Serve with a topping of chives or scallions and a little more cheese if desired.

butter, flour, chicken, salt, dry mustard, ground cayenne pepper, broccoli floret, cheddar cheese, chives

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/cheesy-broccoli-soup-173661 (may not work)