Cream of Broccoli Cheese Soup II Recipe

In a large pot over medium heat combine broth broccoli onion carrots and bay leaf. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf. (At this point you may remove the broccoli stalks carrots and onion and puree in a food processor then return them to the pot if desired.)

Stir in the cheese until melted. Adjust seasonings. Stir in half-and-half and heat through.