In a large saucepan, MELT butter over medium-high heat.
WHISK in flour, chives, paprika, mustard, salt and pepper; COOK, whisking constantly, three minutes.
Gradually ADD broth and half-and-half; COOK, whisking constantly, until smooth.
ADD cheese, garlic, caraway seeds, basil and dill weed; REDUCE heat to low; COOK, whisking constantly, ten minutes.
Garnish with fresh chives if desired.
May substitute an eight-ounce package of cream cheese, cubed.
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 459 Calories; 38g Fat (74.5% calories from fat); 18g Protein; 12g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 102mg Cholesterol; 891mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 6 1/2 Fat.