Step 1

Cook the bacon. You can bake or microwave the bacon and crumble it or you can dice it and fry it up in a skillet. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the broccoli. You can steam it (fresh or frozen) or roast it for an extra depth of flavor. Once cooked and cooled, finely chop it and set aside.

Step 3

In a large sauce pan, dissolve the sodium citrate into the chicken broth as you bring the temperature up to a simmer.

Step 4

Whisk in the shredded cheese, adding one handful at a time as it melts.

Step 5

Whisk in the garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Then stir in the bacon crumbles and broccoli. Let simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.