SLOW-COOKED SAVORY CHEESE SOUP

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This creamy cheese soup is great at parties. Let guests serve themselves and choose from fun garnishes such as popcorn, croutons, green onions and bacon bits. -Ann Huseby, Lakeville, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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 room temperature
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (12 ounces) beer, optional
Optional Toppings: croutons, popcorn, crumbled cooked bacon, sliced green onions

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Mama Ashley
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the cheese and vegetables make it extra comforting.


Sahana Khatun
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I'm not a big fan of cheese soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables add a nice touch.


Lolla Smith
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I made this soup for my kids and they loved it. They said it was the best soup they've ever had.


Abbas Malik
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This soup was a disappointment. It was too thick and the cheese was overpowering.


William Elliott
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I didn't like this soup at all. It was bland and watery. I wouldn't recommend it.


Naresh mogar
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This soup is okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either. I think it needs more seasoning.


Dinah Mccartney
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I wasn't sure how this soup would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and comforting. I'll definitely be making it again.


Anna Hong
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This soup is so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.


Mandilakhe Kalolo
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it. The cheese and vegetables are a perfect combination.


Abdu aziz
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This soup is amazing! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It's so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.