Ingredients:

*3 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
*1 small onion, peeled and chopped
*1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
*1 celery rib, chopped
*1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
*2 tablespoons butter or margarine
*1 teaspoon salt
*1/2 teaspoon pepper
*1/3 cup all-purpose flour
*1/2 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

Methods:

In a slow cooker combine the first 8 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 directly from the cooker with desired toppings.