Irish Broccoli, Potato and Cheddar Chowder

• 1 lb frozen broccoli florets (steam in bag)
• 32 ounces chicken stock
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups prepared seasoned mashed potatoes
• 1 cup fat-free half-and-half
• 1 12 teaspoons thyme
• 2 cups shredded irish cheddar cheese
• freshly ground pepper
• salt

1. Add broccoli, chicken stock, celery and onion in a large stockpot.
2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. Puree in batches in a blender or food processor and return to pan.
5. Stir in potatoes, half & half and thyme.
6. Bring to a boil again; reduce heat and simmer over very low heat for 10 minutes more.
7. Slowly stir in cheese a handful at a time.
8. Season with salt and pepper.

frozen broccoli, chicken, stalks celery, onion, potatoes, thyme, shredded irish cheddar cheese, freshly ground pepper, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/irish-broccoli-potato-and-cheddar-chowder-434312 (may not work)