SAVORY CHEESE SOUP

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This comforting soup from Ann Huseby of Lakeville, Minnesota is a welcome treat on wintry days. It's so satisfying, you might wish there were leftovers!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 5h55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped sweet red pepper
2 teaspoons butter
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold water
3 ounces cream cheese, cubed
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup beer or additional chicken broth
Croutons, crumbled cooked bacon and sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until vegetables are tender., Combine flour and water until smooth; stir into soup. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and beer. Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes or until cheeses are melted. Top with croutons, bacon and green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

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