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Easy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup
A comforting and flavorful pumpkin soup made effortlessly in the slow cooker, perfect for cozy days.
Ingredients
Main
- 1.5 kg Whole Pumpkin, peeled, cut into large chunks ((3 1/2 pounds))
- 2 large Carrots, peeled, cut into 3-4cm pieces
- 1 medium Onion, sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic, halved
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cumin, ground
- 1 teaspoon Curry Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika, ground
- 0.5 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper, ground
- Pinch Nutmeg or Cayenne Pepper (optional)
- 3 cups Vegetable or Chicken Stock/Broth (low sodium) ((750mls))
- 1 cup Cream ((250mls))
- to taste Salt
Instructions
- Cut the pumpkin into large chunks, remove seeds, and peel.
- Place pumpkin, carrots, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker. Add spices and stock, then stir to combine.
- Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours until vegetables are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then taste and add salt as needed. Stir in the cream and serve.
Notes
Adjust salt and spices to taste. For a richer flavor, add a splash of extra cream before serving.