Broccoli Cheese Soup

3 c. broccoli florets
4 c. chicken broth
1 c. half & half
1/2 c. flour
8 slices Kraft Sharp Cheddar singles (I use whatever I have)
1/2 c. shredded carrot
1/3 c. diced white onion
pepper

Steam broccoli in a steamer basket about 6 minutes. Remove and dice into small chunks. Pour chicken broth & half & half in saucepan. Whisk in flour and add remaining ingredients. including broccoli. Turn heat to medium, stirring often until mixture begins to bubble. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until carrots are tender and soup is thick.