Jalapeño Popper Tomato Soup - Better Than Bouillon

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 2 large jalapeño poppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 can (28 oz), diced canned tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp Better Than Bouillon Seasoned Vegetable Base
• 4 oz brick-style plain cream cheese, cubed
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 cup croutons
• .25 cup pickled sliced jalapeño peppers