Creamy Broccoli Noodle Soup

I usually make double of this recipe and freeze half to pull out on a busy day. Nothing like warm soup on a cold day!

1 med. onion, chopped
4 Tbs. butter
4 Tbs. flour
1 quart chicken broth
16 oz. bag frozen broccoli florets
2 c. milk
1 c. cheddar cheese
8 oz. fine egg noodles
Salt & pepper to taste

Saute onions in butter until clear. Add flour and stir until thickened and smooth. Add broth and whisk until smooth. Add broccoli and bring to simmer until broccoli is cooked through. Pour all into blender and blend until smooth. Pour back in pan, bring to boil and add noodles. When noodles are soft, add milk and cheese and salt and pepper. Heat through, do not boil.