Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups frozen broccoli, chopped
4 teaspoons onion, chopped
2 cups fully cooked ham, cubed
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
dash salt
dash pepper
1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded

Instructions

In large saucepan, melt butter then whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth and bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add broccoli and onion then cook until crisp-tender. Add ham, cream and seasonings. Heat thoroughly. Stir in cheese until melted. Servings: 4