SLOW-COOKER MAPLE BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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Taste the flavors of autumn with squash, apples, maple and spice cooked in a cozy soup.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups cubed peeled seeded butternut squash (about 3 lb)
1 large apple, peeled, chopped
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
1/2 cup half-and-half or milk
1/2 cup real maple syrup
3/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix squash, apple, onion, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Pour broth over vegetable mixture.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours (or on High heat setting 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours).
  • Pour about 3 cups of the soup mixture into blender. Cover; blend until smooth. Pour into 8-cup measuring cup or heat-proof pitcher. Blend remaining soup mixture in 2 more batches; pour into measuring cup. Pour pureed soup back into slow cooker. Stir in half-and-half and syrup.
  • If needed, increase heat setting to High; cover and cook about 15 minutes longer or unto hot. Top each serving with yogurt; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

rabia ali
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This soup is delicious, but it's a little too thick for my taste. I would recommend adding some more broth or water to thin it out a bit.


Skora Sifiso
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much broth.


Ismael Muhaji
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I had a hard time finding butternut squash at my local grocery store, but I was able to find it at a farmer's market. It was definitely worth the extra effort.


Hakl Bakl
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This soup was a little too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I would recommend using less maple syrup if you don't like your soup too sweet.


Laurin Richards
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this soup. The maple syrup and spices really balanced out the flavor of the squash.


Phumzile Phomo
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the hint of maple syrup.


Ustob Arfan
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I made this soup for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


M Azhar
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the maple syrup gives it a warm, comforting flavor.


Ikbal Hasan
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I added some chopped bacon and crumbled blue cheese to mine, and it was amazing. You could also add some roasted vegetables or even some shredded chicken.


Adil G786
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This soup was so easy to make in my slow cooker. I just threw all the ingredients in and let it cook all day. When I came home from work, dinner was ready!


budget vloger
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The slow cooker method really brings out the flavor of the squash, and the maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness that is just perfect.


Onyebuchi Praise Chiamaka
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a creamy texture that is out of this world. I added a little bit of extra maple syrup to mine, and it was heavenly.