Wisconsin Cheese Soup

1 cup sliced carrots
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all−purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1 In a small saucepan over medium−high heat, combine
carrots, broccoli, water, and bouillon. Bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from
heat, and set aside.
2 In a large saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium
heat until onion is translucent. Stir in flour and pepper;
cook 1 minute. Stir in milk. Bring to a boil, then stir
in cheese until melted. Stir in reserved vegetables and
cooking liquid. Heat through, and serve.