2 pounds fresh broccoli   4 to 5 green onions   3 tablespoons butter or margarine   2 cans (10 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth   3 tablespoons all purpose flour   1 teaspoon salt, or to taste   1/2 teaspoon black pepper   2/3 cup half and half   4 tablespoons grated cheese, Cheddar or Parmesan, for serving, optional

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