1¼cups6 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
ground black pepper to taste
1cup6 oz fully cooked ham, cut in ⅜-inch cubes
salt to taste
shredded cheddar cheeseoptional garnish
Instructions
Combine broccoli and broth in microwave-safe covered container and microwave on high for 2-33 minutes or until broccoli is just tender. Drain and save liquid and set both aside.
Melt butter over medium–low heat in a 4 quart pot. Add onions and sauté until limp but not browned.
Add flour to pot and cook stirring for about 3 minutes until the flour cooked but not browned.
Stir in cooking liquid from broccoli and milk; cook until mixture starts to thicken.
Add cheese cubes and black pepper, ham and broccoli; stir over medium heat until cheese melts. Heat through but do not boil. Salt to taste. Serve hot. Serves 4-5.