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Creamy Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

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A velvety smooth, dairy-free friendly butternut squash soup made effortlessly in a slow cooker. This recipe delivers deep, caramelized flavor and restaurant-quality texture with minimal active prep time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel the butternut squash, remove seeds, and dice into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Transfer sautéed onions and garlic to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add diced squash, chopped carrots, vegetable broth, thyme sprigs, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours until squash is fork-tender.
  5. Remove and discard thyme sprigs.
  6. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until completely smooth.
  7. Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream, pumpkin seeds, or fresh cracked pepper.

Notes

For best texture, choose a squash that feels heavy for its size with matte skin. You can skip the sautéing step for even faster prep, though browning onions adds depth. If using a countertop blender, transfer soup in batches and leave the vent cap open covered with a towel to prevent steam explosions. The soup thickens as it cools; add broth when reheating.

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