Slow Cooked Savory Cheese Soup Recipe

Ingredients

3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth1 small onion, chopped1 large carrot, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup cold water1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and room temperature2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (12 ounces) beer, optionalOptional Toppings: croutons, popcorn, crumbled cooked bacon, sliced green onions

Preparation

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours.

Combine flour and water until smooth; stir into soup. Cover and cook on high 30 minutes longer or until soup is thickened.

Stir in cream cheese and cheddar cheese until blended. Stir in beer if desired. Cover and cook on low until heated through. Serve with desired toppings.