1/2 cup heavy or whipping cream, half and half or milk
Directions:
Spray 4-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine all ingredients except cheese and cream in slow cooker. Cook covered ON HIGH 3 to 4 hours or LOW 6 to 8 hours. Turn off heat. Stir in cheese and cream. Let stand 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Puree soup in blender or food processor in batches until smooth. Serve, if desired, with crumbled bacon, additional shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions and sour cream.