Broccoli and Cheese Soup

1L broccoli florets
1L chicken broth
500mL milk
15mL dried minced onions
5mL minced garlic
3mL black pepper
5-6 slices of American cheese singles
250mL extra sharp cheddar cheese
approx 30mL corn starch

Heat chicken broth, milk, broccoli, onions, garlic, pepper, and cheeses until broccoli is tender. Pour a small amount of the soup (no broccoli) into a mug and mix with corn starch until smooth. Pour corn starch mixture into soup while stirring constantly until soup thickens.

If desired garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and sprig of parsley. Serve with crackers.