"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..."
INGREDIENTS
•
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
•
Optional Toppings: croutons, popcorn, crumbled cooked bacon, sliced green onions