Cozy Fall Comfort Soup Recipe for a Warm and Creamy Delight
This cozy fall soup is a creamy blend of butternut squash and aromatic spices, perfect for chilly days. It's easy to prepare in a slow cooker for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery finely diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste fresh parsley or chives chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and cube the butternut squash, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the carrots and celery.
- In a skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Transfer the onion and garlic to the slow cooker and add the butternut squash, carrots, and celery.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir to combine all ingredients well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or blend in batches in a regular blender.
- Stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley or chives, alongside crusty bread.
Notes
For a richer texture, use heavy cream instead of coconut milk.