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Savory Cheese Soup

3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cold water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (12 ounces) beer, optional

Printed from tasteofhome.com Jul 25, 2008

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Savory Cheese Soup cont.

Optional Toppings: croutons, popcorn, crumbled cooked bacon, sliced green onions

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.

Yield: 6-8 servings.