BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP (MICROWAVE METHOD)

serves 4
1 (10 oz) pkg chopped broccoli
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 cup water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
Combine ingredients in a 2-quart casserole; cook in microwave oven on high power for 10 to 12 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Add:
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheese
1 cup ham or chicken (optional)
Combine in a small bowl:
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup water
Stir into soup.
Microwave on high for 10 minutes or until thickened.
Stir every two minutes. Do not cover the last 10 minutes.