Broccoli Vegetable Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Bring the frozen mixed vegetables and finely chopped broccoli to a boil. Set aside to drain.
2. 2
   In a skillet, saute bacon or ham until crispy; drain on paper towels and set aside.
3. 3
   Add enough bacon drippings into soup pan to coat bottom of pan. Simmer onions until clear in soup pan.
4. 4
   Whisk in 1/4 cup flour and 4 cups milk. Stir well. Add vegetables and bacon and bouillon.
5. 5
   Simmer until soup is thickened to desired consistency.
6. 6
   Salt and pepper to taste. This soup has better flavor when eaten the next day.