Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

"Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup is creamy, delicious, and easy, with tender broccoli and carrots in a cheesy, perfectly seasoned broth. If recent cold weather has you down and out, then making a batch of this hearty soup will surely lift your spirits. If a thicker soup is desired, remove several cups of soup and puree it. Return the pureed soup to the slow cooker. One thing about slow cookers is that they can vary in heat, so start checking the broccoli for tenderness at 3 hours. Top the soup with a sprinkle of cheese, crispy bacon, or homemade croutons."