Cream of Broccoli Soup

This recipe is my sister-in-laws. It is delicious.

3 Cups Broccoli, Chopped and Steamed Well
1 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth
2 Tablespoons Flour
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 Teaspoon Salt
3/4 Cup Cream
3/4 Cup Half and Half
Optional: 1/2 Cup Onion and 2 Cloves Garlic

In a blender, puree broccoli and 3/4 cup of chicken broth. (I add dried minced garlic and dried onions to this.) In a saucepan, melt margarine and stir in flour and salt; cook and stir until bubbly. Add cream and half and half. Cook until thick and bubbly, then cook about 1 minute longer. Stir in remaining chicken broth and pureed broccoli mixture. Stir in other seasonings to taste (such as garlic salt, more onion, etc.) If not thick enough, add a little milk to about 2-3 tablespoons cornstarch and pour in slowly while stirring constantly. Return to slow boil to check thickness.

My sister-in-law likes to add fresh chopped onion (about 1/2 cup) to the butter and cook several minutes before adding the flour. Garlic is great added too. Need to use 4 Tablespoons butter.